Definitions

1. proper noun

a male given name: a variant of Hieronymus, which is derived from the Greek name Hieronymos, meaning ‘sacred name’.

“The artist was named Hieronymus Bosch after the famous Netherlandish painter.”

2. noun

a type of beetle, the Hieronymus beetle, also known as the Hieronymus bug.

“The Hieronymus beetle is found in tropical forests and is known for its striking color patterns.”

3. noun

a variant of the given name Jerome, which is derived from the Latin name Hieronymus, meaning ‘sacred name’.

“The famous saint is often referred to as Hieronymus in European art and literature.”