Solomon

[ sol-uh-muh n ]
/ ˈsɒl ə mən /

noun

fl. 10th century b.c., king of Israel (son of David).
an extraordinarily wise man; a sage.
a male given name.

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British Dictionary definitions for solomon

Solomon
/ (ˈsɒləmən) /

noun

10th century bc, king of Israel, son of David and Bathsheba, credited with great wisdom

Derived forms of Solomon

Solomonic (ˌsɒləˈmɒnɪk) or Solomonian (ˌsɒləˈməʊnɪən), adjective
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Cultural definitions for solomon

Solomon

In the Old Testament, a Hebrew king, son and successor of David. The “wisdom of Solomon” is proverbial. Solomon is also known for his many wives, for his splendor and wealth, and for building the Temple at Jerusalem (see also Jerusalem).

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