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noun

a hexagram used as a symbol of Judaism.

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Also called Magen David, Mogen David, Shield of David.

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star map, star network, star-nosed mole, Star of Bethlehem, Star of Courage, Star of David, star-of-Jerusalem, starquake, Starr, starred, star route

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Former Red Sox star Curt Schilling says his politics are keeping him out of Cooperstown.
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It was seen by a small delegation of star-struck prelates and dignitaries who later described the film as “moving.”
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I just recently rewatched all six Star Wars movies the other day… Oh wow, from the beginning?
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The star announces he is to marry his 27-year-old boyfriend.
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Real Housewives of New Jersey star Teresa Giudice turned herself in to serve a 15-month sentence for bankruptcy fraud.
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“This house must have been the hotel of some distinguished family, Baron; it is nobly proportioned,” said David Arden.
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As his eye became accustomed to the gloom, David Arden saw traces of gilding on the walls.
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There was a lathe near the spot where David Arden stood, and shavings and splinters under his feet.
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It may be noted in passing that in the three miracles in Matthew of exorcising a blinding demon the title “Son of David” is used.
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Alford speaks of this as remarkable; but vision is the especial promise of Wisdom, therefore of Solomon, son of David.
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British Dictionary definitions for Star of David

Star of David

noun

an emblem symbolizing Judaism and consisting of a six-pointed star formed by superimposing one inverted equilateral triangle upon another of equal sizeAlso called: Magen David

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