Lazarus
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Name — In the Bible, a man raised from the dead by Jesus; used figuratively for anyone or anything that returns after being given up for dead.
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Etymology
From the Koine Greek Lāzaros, from Hebrew Elʻazar, meaning "God has helped."
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What does “Lazarus” mean?
The word “Lazarus” means in the Bible, a man raised from the dead by Jesus; used figuratively for anyone or anything that returns after being given up for dead. In plain terms, used, often as an adjective ("Lazarus-like"), for a dramatic comeback from apparent ruin.
How do you pronounce “Lazarus”?
“Lazarus” is pronounced LA-zuh-ruhs (/ˈlæzəɹəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “Lazarus” in a sentence?
Here is “Lazarus” used in a sentence: “The failing company staged a Lazarus-like recovery after new investors stepped in.”
What part of speech is “Lazarus”?
“Lazarus” is a name.
Where does the word “Lazarus” come from?
The word “Lazarus” comes from Hebrew. From the Koine Greek Lāzaros, from Hebrew Elʻazar, meaning "God has helped.".
Is “Lazarus” a common word?
“Lazarus” is an uncommon word in modern English.