gorgon /ˈɡɔːrɡən/noun 2adjective 1forms 1 noun2 •A vicious female monster from Greek mythology with sharp fangs and hair of living, venomous snakes. One of the three sisters: Medusa, Stheno and Euryale •An intimidating, ugly, or disgusting woman; anything hideous or horrid.I'll shrowd this Gorgon from all humane view. — 1670 adjective1 •Like a gorgon; very ugly or terrifying. formsgorgons