Definitions

1. noun

the first child born to Adam and Eve in the Bible, who killed his brother Abel; a person who is considered evil or wicked.

“In the biblical story, Cain is the first murderer.”

2. proper noun

the biblical first murderer, considered a symbol of evil and the first human to commit a violent crime.

“Cain is often seen as a representation of human evil.”

3. proper noun

a given name derived from the biblical story of Cain.

“Cain is a common name among many cultures, often associated with biblical heritage.”