Magen David
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Magen David
First recorded in 1900–05, Magen David is from Hebrew māghēn dāwīd literally, “shield of David”
Example Sentences
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Israel's Magen David Adom emergency medical service said 84 wounded people were taken to hospitals from the Arad scene, including 10 in serious condition.
From Barron's • Mar. 22, 2026
The Magen David Adom ambulance service identified the dead as one man in his 50s and three men in their 30s.
From BBC • Sep. 8, 2025
It said he was transferred to an ambulance belonging to Magen David Adom, Israel’s nonprofit emergency medical service, and taken to the hospital in Jerusalem.
From New York Times • Mar. 13, 2024
Israel’s Magen David Adom rescue service said the two people who were stabbed were in “mild to moderate condition.”
From Seattle Times • Mar. 13, 2024
“We’re deeply grateful to Franklin Graham and Samaritan’s Purse,” said Eli Bin, director-general of Magen David Adom, said in a statement.
From Washington Times • Nov. 15, 2023
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