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gentiles Definition and Meaning in English (gentiles definition)

noun
Synonyms:non-Jewsgoyim
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Gentiles definition: A term used by Jewish people to refer to anyone who is not Jewish, often encompassing all non-Israelite nations.

Definitions of Gentiles

  1. 1noun(none)

    A term used by Jewish people to refer to anyone who is not Jewish, often encompassing all non-Israelite nations.

Example Sentences

religious

“In ancient biblical texts, the term 'gentiles' often referred to all nations other than Israel.”

religious

“The apostle Paul was known for his mission to preach the gospel to the gentiles.”

Synonyms

non-Jewsgoyim

Antonyms

JewsIsraelites

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Gentiles definition: A term used by Jewish people to refer to anyone who is not Jewish, often encompassing all non-Israelite nations.
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'Gentiles' translates to 'gentiles' in English. Gentiles definition: A term used by Jewish people to refer to anyone who is not Jewish, often encompassing all non-Israelite nations.
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