Semite
a member of any of various ancient and modern peoples originating in southwestern Asia, including the Akkadians, Canaanites, Phoenicians, Hebrews, and Arabs.
a Jew.
a member of any of the peoples descended from Shem, the eldest son of Noah.
Origin of Semite
1Other words from Semite
- non-Semite, noun
Words Nearby Semite
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How to use Semite in a sentence
Charles “Father” Coughlin, a raving anti-Semite, was one of the most popular radio hosts in the country.
Why Was Bess Myerson the First and Last Jewish Miss America? | Emily Shire | January 7, 2015 | THE DAILY BEASTNolde was an anti-Semite and member of the Danish Nazi Party.
Top Nazis And Their Complicated Relationship With Artists | William O’Connor | November 30, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTIt seems the death of anti-Semite Hugo Chavez did little to improve the fortunes of Venezuelan Jews.
How the Venezuelan Government Treats Its Jewish Citizens | Justin Green | March 29, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTFor the anti-Semite every rich Jew is exploitive, every poor Jew a burden on society.
For the anti-Semite, both capitalism and Communism are Jewish plots.
The Conservatives, hoping to win votes, even adopted an anti-Semite clause in their programme.
They were Semites with the inborn religious spirit which is characteristic of the Semite, and they were also a mixed race.
Early Israel and the Surrounding Nations | Archibald SayceHis force diminished, his numbers lessened, and the subjugated Semite increased in strength.
Early Israel and the Surrounding Nations | Archibald SayceThe day was fine,—the air more bracing than we had found since leaving the Yo-Semite.
But when it comes to calling me an anti-Semite, it is obvious you are not in a fit state to continue this interview.
Ghetto Comedies | Israel Zangwill
British Dictionary definitions for Semite
less commonly Shemite
/ (ˈsiːmaɪt) /
a member of the group of Caucasoid peoples who speak a Semitic language, including the Jews and Arabs as well as the ancient Babylonians, Assyrians, and Phoenicians
another word for a Jew
Origin of Semite
1Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
Cultural definitions for Semite
[ (sem-eyet) ]
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