hiram

/ˈhaɪrəm/

Definitions

1. proper noun

a male given name, especially in the United States

“My grandfather was named Hiram and he was a kind man.”

2. noun

a type of biblical figure, typically a wise or righteous man

“In the biblical book of Ezra, Hiram is a king of Tyre who assists in the rebuilding of the Temple.”

3. noun

a term used to describe a type of wooden sash or window

“The old house had several hirams that needed to be repaired.”

Synonyms

  • Heber
  • Lemuel