noun
stone animal figure; stone beast statue
Refers to carved stone statues of animals, often found in traditional East Asian architecture, tombs, or temple grounds.
古墳の周りには石獣が並んでいる。
Stone animal figures are lined up around the ancient tomb.
この寺院の参道には一対の石獣が置かれている。
A pair of stone beasts is placed along the approach to this temple.