What is the meaning of Hebrew?

noun

  • The ancient Canaanitic language of the Hebrews that has been revived as the official language of Israel.
  • A person belonging to the worldwide group claiming descent from Jacob (or converted to it) and connected by cultural or religious ties.

adjective

  • Of or relating to or characteristic of the Hebrews.
    • usage: "the old Hebrew prophets"
  • Of or relating to the language of the Hebrews.
    • usage: "Hebrew vowels"
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