Hebrews

noun

He·​brews ˈhē-(ˌ)brüz How to pronounce Hebrews (audio)
plural in form but singular in construction
: a theological treatise addressed to early Christians and included as a book in the New Testament see Bible Table

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Hebrews was in the 14th century

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“Hebrews.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Hebrews. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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Hebrews

noun
He·​brews ˈhē-(ˌ)brüz How to pronounce Hebrews (audio)
: a theological treatise addressed to early Christians and included as a book in the New Testament see bible
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