Michael

[mahy-kuhl]

noun

1. (in the Abrahamic religions) a militant archangel.

2. Also called Michael I. 1921–2017, last king of Romania 1927–30, 1940–47 (son of Carol II).

3. (italics),  a narrative poem (1800) by Wordsworth.

4. a male given name.

Michael

/ ˈmaɪkəl /

noun

1. 1596–1645, tsar of Russia (1613–45); founder of the Romanov dynasty

2. born 1921, king of Romania (1927–30, as part of a three-part regency; 1940–47), who relinquished the throne (1930–40) in favour of his father, Carol II. He led the coup d'état that overthrew (1944) Antonescu but was forced to abdicate (1947) by the Communists

3. Bible one of the archangels. Feast day: Sept 29 or Nov 8

Michael

1. One of the most important angels, who was the guardian angel of the Jews (see also Jews) and the leader of the celestial armies in the Book of Revelation.

Michael is often depicted with scales for weighing the souls of the dead on Judgment Day.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Michael¹

From Late Latin Michahel, from Greek Michaḗl, from Hebrew Mīkhāʾēl “Who is like God?”; equivalent to mi “who?” + ka “like, as” + ʾēl “God”

Example Sentences

In one video, a synthetic Michael Jackson takes a selfie video with an image of “Breaking Bad” star Bryan Cranston.

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Given the effort across the board in Northern Ireland's 2-0 win over Slovakia in World Cup qualifying on Friday evening, manager Michael O'Neill was understandably loath to single out any individual for too much praise.

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On the day AFP visited, 38-year-old Michael was at the reception desk, making enquiries on behalf of his partner.

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Grand Slam Track, the circuit launched by US track and field legend Michael Johnson earlier this year with a bold vision of transforming the sport, has already collapsed, with many athletes unpaid.

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Put differently, the S&P 500, measured against gold, is almost 70% lower than its peak 25 years ago, according to Morgan Stanley strategist Michael Wilson.

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