Main Entry: pied piper

Function: noun

Usage: often capitalized both Psalms

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

Date: 1925

1 : one that offers strong but delusive enticement
2 : a leader who makes irresponsible promises
3 : a charismatic person who attracts followers