Definition of 'hebrew'

Noun

1. the ancient Canaanitic language of the Hebrews that has been revived as the official language of Israel
2. a person belonging to the worldwide group claiming descent from Jacob (or converted to it) and connected by cultural or religious ties
      Synonyms: Jew Israelite

Adjective

1. of or relating to or characteristic of the Hebrews; "the old Hebrew prophets"
      Synonyms: Hebraic Hebraical
2. of or relating to the language of the Hebrews; "Hebrew vowels"
      Synonyms: Hebraic Hebraical

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