Minotaurs, creatures of Greek mythology, are often described as man-eating beasts with the head of a bull and the body of a human. There are several synonyms for this mythical creature, including bovine-man hybrid, bull-man monster, bull-headed human, or half-human beast. Other terms used to describe minotaurs include anthropomorphic bulls, horned monsters, and bipedal bovines. The name Minotaur itself originated from the Greek words "minos" and "taur," which mean King Minos and bull, respectively. While each synonym has its own nuances and connotations, they all evoke the same fearsome image of a powerful and dangerous creature that is half man and half animal.