Jehu

(ho̵̅o̅′, -hyo̵̅o̅′)

noun

  1. Bible a king of Israel in the 9th cent. , described as a furious charioteer: 2 Kings 9
  2. Now Rare a driver of a cab or coach
  3. Now Rare a fast, reckless driver

Origin: Heb

See Jehu in American Heritage Dictionary 4

King of Israel who, according to the Bible, slew Ahab, Jezebel, and the prophets of Baal. He is proverbially known for his swift chariot driving.

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