Ezra

[ ez-ruh ]

noun

1. a Jewish scribe and prophet of the 5th century b.c., who with Nehemiah led the revival of Judaism in Palestine.
2. a book of the Bible bearing his name. : Ezr.
3. a male given name: from a Hebrew word meaning “help.”

Ezra

/ ˈɛzrə /

noun

1. a Jewish priest of the 5th century bc , who was sent from Babylon by the Persian king Artaxerxes I to reconstitute observance of the Jewish law and worship in Jerusalem after the captivity
2. the book recounting his efforts to perform this task

Word History and Origins

Origin of Ezra¹

From Late Latin Ezras, ulimately from Hebrew ʿezrā “help”

Example Sentences

Also hotly-tipped are London jazz ensemble Ezra Collective, who won the Mercury Prize in 2023 for their soulful and ebullient album Where I'm Meant To Be.

From BBC

In an episode of "Pod Save America" released before the Gaetz announcement, New York Times columnist Ezra Klein predicted a second Trump term will feature "much more factional in-fighting than people are prepared for."

From Salon

Delvey's dance partner, internet personality and professional dancer Ezra Sosa, appeared surprised by the reply, raising his eyebrows and shaking his head while smiling.

From Salon

Ezra was the manager of another nightclub nearby, her friend Dylan was a student.

From BBC

Ezra Frech made history, extended his arms wide and flashed a knowing smirk to the cheering crowd.

From Los Angeles Times