Barth

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biographical name (1)

ˈbärth

John Simmons 1930–2024 American author

Barth

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biographical name (2)

ˈbärt

ˈbärth

Karl 1886–1968 Swiss theologian

Barthian

ˈbär-tē-ən

-thē-

adjective

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“Barth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Barth. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.

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Last Updated: 4 Nov 2025 - Definition revised

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