pied piper

noun, often capitalized both Psalms

Definition of PIED PIPER

: one that offers strong but delusive enticement

: a leader who makes irresponsible promises

: a charismatic person who attracts followers

the Pied Piper, hero of a German folktale who charmed the rats of Hameln, Germany, into a river

First Known Use: 1925

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