Haman
/ˈheɪ.mən/ name
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Definitions
Proper Noun
- 1 A surname.
- 2 A Persian vizier who, according to the Book of Esther, instigated a failed plot to kill all of the Jews of ancient Persia.
Antonyms
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More examples"Haman drew lots to decide what would be the fate of the Jews."
Etymology
Borrowed from Hebrew הָמָן (hāmān).