English Explanatory Dictionary

pillar-biter

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A hypocrite, especially a religious hypocrite

Word forms

pillar-biter pillar-biters

Etymology

An old Dutch expression, used since at least the 16th century. No longer in common use.

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