Defeat, as a dragon

SLAY

Think of the heroic verb knights use when facing mythical beasts in legends.

"Defeat, as a dragon" hints at a word meaning to kill or conquer a mythical beast. The answer "SLAY" fits because it’s a dramatic verb often used in fantasy or medieval contexts for overcoming powerful creatures like dragons. The clue plays on the idea of heroic battles, where "slaying" is the classic way to defeat such monsters. It’s straightforward—no hidden wordplay, just a direct definition.