Emily Dickinson Lexicon

giant (-s), n. [ME < OFr < L.]

1. Titan; colossus; god-like person; mythical being who is large in stature.
2. Behemoth; monster; ogre; [fig.] large obstacle; overwhelming difficulty.
3. Superior being; dominant power; one who makes the rules.
4. Hero; champion; superman; better self; strong one.