n.1 the ruler of ancient Egypt.
2 the title of this ruler.
Phrases and idioms:
Pharaoh's serpent an indoor firework burning and uncoiling in serpentine form.
Derivatives:
Pharaonic adj.
Etymology: OE f. eccl.L Pharao f. Gk Pharao f. Heb. par' oh f. Egypt. pr-' o great house