Star of David

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 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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