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Nimrod
01
an extremely foolish person, often used sarcastically or humorously
Dialect
American
American
Informal
Examples
After forgetting his own birthday, his friends teased him, calling him a nimrod in good humor.
The supervisor called the employee a nimrod after he accidentally deleted the important files from the server.
02
a mighty and skilled hunter
Examples
As a nimrod, he spent weekends in the woods, honing his skills in tracking and hunting game.
The nimrod patiently waited for hours, camouflaged in the forest, for the perfect moment to take the shot.
03
a biblical figure described as a great-grandson of Noah and a mighty hunter
Examples
The ancient tales celebrated Nimrod as a legendary figure, renowned for his prowess and success in hunting dangerous beasts.
