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Definition of St. john the baptist
1. Noun. (New Testament) a preacher and hermit and forerunner of Jesus (whom he baptized); was beheaded by Herod at the request of Salome.
Exact synonyms: John The Baptist
Category relationships: New Testament
Generic synonyms: Hermit, Recluse, Solitary, Solitudinarian, Troglodyte, Saint
Category relationships: New Testament
Generic synonyms: Hermit, Recluse, Solitary, Solitudinarian, Troglodyte, Saint