Sabaean

Sabean

/ (səˈbiːən) /

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noun

an inhabitant or native of ancient Saba

the ancient Semitic language of Saba

adjective

of or relating to ancient Saba, its inhabitants, or their language

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Word Origin for Sabaean

C16: from Latin Sabaeus, from Greek Sabaios belonging to Saba (Sheba)

Words nearby Sabaean

Saavedra Lamas, Sab., Saba, Sabadell, sabadilla, Sabaean, Sabah, sabalo, Sabaoth, Sabata, Sabatier

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How to use Sabaean in a sentence

Thus before Mohammed appeared polytheism was the prevalent religion of Arabia,--a degradation even from the ancient Sabaean faith.
Beacon Lights of History, Volume V|John Lord
In the city there are many Vaisya elders and Sabaean merchants, whose houses are stately and beautiful.
Record of Buddhistic Kingdoms|Fa-Hsien
The Sabaean rule is generally divided into periods indicated by the titles given to their rulers.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 3|Various
The seals are inscribed with Sabaean writing and are of bronze, copper, silver and stone.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 3|Various

As to the Sabaean kingdom there is fair agreement among scholars.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 3|Various