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Nimrod: meaning, definitions and examples

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nimrod

 

[ หˆnษชm.rษ’d ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

biblical figure

In the Bible, Nimrod is described as a mighty hunter before the Lord and a king. He is often associated with Babylon and seen as the founder of several ancient cities. Over time, his name has been used in various contexts to describe skillful hunters and leaders. Nimrod is often depicted as a figure of tower-building ambition, especially in relation to the Tower of Babel story.

Synonyms

hunter, king, leader

Examples of usage

  • Nimrod built the Tower of Babel.
  • In ancient texts, Nimrod was a revered hunter.
  • The legend of Nimrod symbolizes human ambition.
Context #2 | Noun

slang usage

In modern slang, 'nimrod' is often used as a pejorative term for someone who is foolish or incompetent. This usage emerged in the 1990s and is commonly attributed to a misunderstanding of the character's biblical significance. It has become popular in informal contexts and often implies ignorance or ineptitude.

Synonyms

fool, idiot, moron

Examples of usage

  • Don't be such a nimrod!
  • He's acting like a real nimrod today.
  • Calling someone a nimrod can be funny among friends.

Translations

Translations of the word "nimrod" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น nimrod

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคฟเคฎเคฐเฅ‹เคก

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Nimrod

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ nimrod

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝั–ะผั€ะพะด

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ nimrod

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‹ใƒ ใƒญใƒƒใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Nimrod

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ nimrod

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท nimrod

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‹˜๋กœ๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ูŠู…ุฑูˆุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Nimrod

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Nimrod

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฐผๅง†็ฝ—ๅพท

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nimrod

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Nimrod

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะะธะผั€ะพะด

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒ˜แƒ›แƒ แƒแƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nimrod

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ nimrod

Etymology

The word 'Nimrod' traces back to the Hebrew Bible, specifically to the Book of Genesis, where Nimrod is a descendant of Noah and is portrayed as a mighty hunter and a king. The name itself likely derives from a Hebrew root meaning 'to be rebellious' or 'to subdue'. Over time, the character has been interpreted in various ways, and the cultural significance of Nimrod evolved, especially in the context of the Tower of Babel story, where he is seen as an ambitious figure. In the early 20th century, the term took on a different connotation when it was used in popular culture, particularly in cartoons like Bugs Bunny, associating the name with a bumbling fool, which shifted the perception from a powerful hunter to a term for someone foolish or less competent. Thus, the evolution of 'nimrod' reflects a fascinating journey through linguistic and cultural transformation.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,197, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.