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Added 9 October 2026

jehu

/ˈd͡ʒiːhjuː/ noun

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A coachman; a driver; especially, one who drives furiously.

Origin

England from 17th century, from Jehu. The Bible says of Jehu (son of Nimshi) that "he driveth furiously" (2 Kings 9:20). He was commander of chariots for the king of Israel before later leading a revolt and becoming king himself.

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