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Israelite

nounmasculine/feminineformaluncommon/iʒɾɐjˈlitɐ/is·ra·e·li·ta

Definition

1

Relating to the ancient kingdom of Israel or the Hebrew people; Israelite. (In modern English, 'Israelite' is primarily historical/biblical; 'Jewish' is the common term for the religion and people.)

Usage examples

The Israelite tribes wandered in the desert.
The Israelite community in the city dates back centuries.

Synonyms

Common combinations

Israelite communityIsraelite traditionIsraelite worshipIsraelite history