Abba
1or ab·ba
a title of reverence for bishops and patriarchs in the Coptic, Ethiopian Christian, and Syriac churches.
New Testament. an Aramaic word for father, used by Jesus and Paul to address God in a relation of personal intimacy.
Origin of Abba
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Other definitions for Abba (2 of 2)
a female day name for Thursday.: See under day name.
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How to use Abba in a sentence
Plus, she managed to find raw emotion in an Abba song—no easy feat.
‘Into the Woods’ Cast: Grading the Singing of Meryl Streep, Johnny Depp & More | Kevin Fallon | July 25, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTAbba Eban famously quipped that the Palestinians never miss a chance to miss a chance.
He was in one aisle, the Israeli statesman Abba Eban was in another, and I was moving between the two.
Vintage Summer Reads: Jeffrey Robinson’s Book Bag | Jeffrey Robinson | August 21, 2012 | THE DAILY BEASTAnd of Abba's four members, just two showed up to be presented with their awards from Barry and Robin Gibb.
The Spirit intercedes for us not in many words or long prayers, but with groanings, with little sounds like "Abba."
Commentary on the Epistle to the Galatians | Martin Luther
This one little word "Abba" surpasses the eloquence of a Demosthenes and a Cicero.
Commentary on the Epistle to the Galatians | Martin LutherIts most northern extremity, the summit of Abba Yared, is fifteen thousand feet high.
The World and Its People: Book VII | Anna B. BadlamAbba-Areka had been commanded to control the prices of the market, and to prevent the necessaries of life from becoming too dear.
History of the Jews, Vol. II (of 6) | Heinrich GraetzTwelve hundred disciples, attracted by Abba-Areka's reputation, flocked together from every district of Babylonia.
History of the Jews, Vol. II (of 6) | Heinrich Graetz
British Dictionary definitions for Abba (1 of 2)
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Swedish pop group (1972–82): comprised Benny Andersson (born 1946), Agnetha Faltskog (born 1950), Anni-Frid Lyngstad (born 1945), and Bjorn Ulvaeus (born 1945); numerous hit singles included "Waterloo" (1974), "Dancing Queen" (1977), and "The Winner Takes It All" (1980)
British Dictionary definitions for Abba (2 of 2)
/ (ˈæbə) /
New Testament father (used of God)
a title given to bishops and patriarchs in the Syrian, Coptic, and Ethiopian Churches
Origin of Abba
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