| n. | 1. | (Class. Myth.) A monster, in the shape of a three-headed dog, guarding the entrance into the infernal regions, Hence: Any vigilant custodian or guardian, esp. if surly. |
| 2. | (Zool.) A genus of East Indian serpents, allied to the pythons; the bokadam. |
| Noun | 1. | Cerberus - (Greek mythology) 3-headed dog guarding the entrance to Hades; son of Typhon Synonyms: hellhound |