Herodes (en. Herod)

/eˈɾoðes/

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Slang Meanings

Refers to someone who acts cruelly or excessively.
That boss is a herod; he doesn't let anyone make mistakes.
Ese jefe es un herodes, no deja que nadie se equivoque.
Ironic use to describe someone who is strictly authoritarian in their environment.
In the office, he is a herod; no one can speak without his approval.
En la oficina es un herodes, nadie puede hablar sin su aprobación.