Definitions

1. noun

the eldest son of King David, who rebelled against his father and was defeated and killed by Joab in battle (2 Samuel 18:1–18)

“In the biblical story, Absalom’s rebellion against King David is a cautionary tale about the dangers of pride and ambition.”

2. proper noun

a male given name of Hebrew origin, also used as a surname

“The author’s novel, Absalom, explores themes of family, power, and redemption.”