shadrach

noun

ˈshaˌdrak sometimes ˈshāˌd-

plural -s

: salamander sense 5

Word History

Etymology

after Shadrach, one of three loyal Hebrews who according to Daniel 3:13–27 were unharmed when cast into a blazing furnace by order of King Nebuchadnezzar

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