NIMROD


Meaning of NIMROD in English

[ 'nɪmrɒd ]

■ noun

1》 literary a skilful hunter.

2》 N. Amer. informal an inept person.

Origin

C16: from Heb. Nimrōḏ , the great-grandson of Noah, known for his hunting skill (see Gen. 10:8-9).

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