Herod

[ her-uhd ]

noun

1. the Great, 73?–4 b.c., king of Judea 37–4.

Herod

/ ˈhɛrəd /

noun

1. Herod?73 bc4 bcMJudaeanPOLITICS: hereditary ruler called the Great. ?73–4 bc , king of Judaea (37–4). The latter part of his reign was notable for his cruelty: according to the New Testament he ordered the Massacre of the Innocents

Example Sentences

With only 20 days left in the legislative session, the protests created a synergy inside the Capitol that helped Herod’s efforts, according to six people involved in the negotiations.

From Washington Post

The bye bye is being sung, incidentally, by mothers to their babies condemned to death by King Herod.

From The Daily Beast

“Corruption is not unique to this government,” said veteran Cambodia development worker Bill Herod.

From The Daily Beast

Apparently Herod the Great also built a strong Roman city at the head of this valley.

From Project Gutenberg

Unclean Herod on the throne, consecrated Paul twisting ropes for tent-making.

From Project Gutenberg

He was soon after cast into prison by King Herod, whose vices he had openly rebuked.

From Project Gutenberg

I should like to out-Herod that puppy Rowland, and make a saint of myself out of a sinner.

From Project Gutenberg

Highflyer, by King Herod, was the best horse of his day; was never beaten, nor paid forfeit but once.

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