What does the word colossus mean in the poem the new colossus?

Question:

What does the word colossus mean in the poem the new colossus?

its a poem by emma lazarus

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker:

I read some work from her.For me,represents the world.Also could be the power of the word.Keep in mind,this Italian word have several meanings since the Italian language is rich in fact and concepts.