strange woman
The term "strange woman" appears in biblical texts, particularly in Proverbs, and historically referred to women seen as immoral or foreign.
Definition
C2Biblical
(historical, scriptural)A woman depicted in the Bible, especially in Proverbs, as one who seduces and leads others to moral and spiritual ruin.
Example
- The book of Proverbs warns against the allure of the strange woman.
C2Historical
(historical)A foreign or socially unacceptable woman, often seen as a threat to ethnic or social purity in ancient Jewish contexts.
Example
- During the post-exilic period, strange women were often viewed with suspicion by Jewish leaders.
B2Modern
(informal, slang)A woman whose behavior or appearance is unusual or unconventional.
Example
- She was considered a strange woman because of her eccentric fashion choices.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "strange woman":