Nathan

[ney-thuhn]

noun

1. (in the Bible) a prophet during the reigns of David and Solomon.

2. George Jean, 1882–1958, U.S. drama critic, author, and editor.

3. Robert, 1894–1985, U.S. novelist and poet.

4. a male given name.

Nathan

/ ˈneɪθən /

noun

1. Old Testament a prophet at David's court (II Samuel 7:1–17; 12:1–15)

Word History and Origins

Origin of Nathan¹

Ultimately from Hebrew Nāthān “he (God) gave”

Example Sentences

Nathan Hochman to launch an investigation into whether opponents of the referendum “committed pervasive fraud and illegal conduct” while working to peel away voter support.

From Los Angeles Times

Nathan Cefai, 28, from Clapham, told the BBC he was walking to work when he spotted the bus, which had a "huge amount of black smoke" coming from its rear.

From BBC

Five players - Sam Curran, Tom Curran, Will Jacks, Sam Billings and Nathan Sowter - have played more than 30 games for the Invincibles.

From BBC

Nathan Sowter takes the wickets of Joe Root, Rehan Ahmed and Tom Banton inside his first seven deliveries for Oval Invincibles against Trent Rockets in the men's Hundred final.

From BBC

It was a leg-spinner who made the telling contribution, not Australia star Adam Zampa - flown in just for the final - but often overlooked compatriot Nathan Sowter.

From BBC