Idol Definition

idol
noun
  1. a material effigy that is worshipped; "thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image"; "money was his god"
  2. someone who is adored blindly and excessively
  3. an ideal instance; a perfect embodiment of a concept

"Idol" in song lyrics

See how idol is used in real songs:

  • "Intentionally you're enterin' 'Nique once the idol"
    All City — Daydreamin'
  • "Imagine somebody shootin' at your idol"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) f/ Equipto — My Wishes
  • "Money is the bible, couldn't care about a idol"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) f/ Equipto — Falcon and the Snowman

Usage tips for "idol"

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