Esther Definition & Meaning

esther
noun
  1. (Old Testament) a beautiful Jewess chosen by the king of Persia to be his queen; she stopped a plot to massacre all the Jews in Persia (an event celebrated by Jews as the feast of Purim)
  2. an Old Testament book telling of a beautiful Jewess who became queen of Persia and saved her people from massacre

"Esther" in song lyrics

See how esther is used in real songs:

  • "Now my bio, be long, A-bomb, and queen Esther"
    Cilvaringz — Damascus
  • "if the world was Sanford, then they would call me Esther"
    The Cross Movement — Playa Hater #1
  • "Yessir, the son of Derrick and Esther"
    Pacewon — Cowboys & Westerns

Usage tips for "esther"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "esther" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for esther to find words that pair well.

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