Magdalene
Americannoun
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the. Mary Magdalene.
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(lowercase) a reformed prostitute.
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Also Magdalen a female given name: from a Hebrew word meaning “woman of Magdala.”
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The penitent Magdalene was a popular subject in Artemisia’s day, and several versions of the painting exist.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
I wasn’t offered the part of Mary Magdalene, which I wanted, but of Pontius Pilate.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026
The plan was to take over the family business but aged 21 he taught himself how to play the guitar and played in local bands, including Magdalene.
From BBC • Dec. 24, 2025
He played with local groups The Elastic Band, and Magdalene, but it was The Beautiful Losers which shone the spotlight on Rea, and he secured a solo recording deal with Magnet Records.
From BBC • Dec. 22, 2025
Of Magdalene called Lena and First Corinthians, of his father trying to stop him dead before he was born.
From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison
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