Hagar

[ hey-gahr, -ger ]

noun
  1. the mother of Ishmael. Genesis 16.

  • Also Douay Bible, Agar [ey-gahr] /ˈeɪ gɑr/ .

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How to use Hagar in a sentence

  • It is possible that Hagar is still living there and that Isaac has gone to visit her following his mother's death.

  • Or, the story of Abraham's affair with Hagar, his handmaiden?

    The Necessity of Atheism | Dr. D.M. Brooks
  • Presently he began to ride with more caution, for he wanted to surprise Hagar.

    The Range Boss | Charles Alden Seltzer
  • He grinned, fully expecting to see Abe and Hagar on the path presently.

    The Range Boss | Charles Alden Seltzer
  • But she must see Hagar Catherson at once, no matter what the time or the difficulties.

    The Range Boss | Charles Alden Seltzer
  • Out at the edge of the porch, Hagar shot a dreading glance around.

    The Range Boss | Charles Alden Seltzer

British Dictionary definitions for Hagar

Hagar

/ (ˈheɪɡɑː, -ɡə) /


noun
  1. Old Testament an Egyptian maid of Sarah, who bore Ishmael to Abraham, Sarah's husband

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