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Definition of Jew
1
: a person belonging to a continuation through descent or conversion of the ancient Jewish people
2
: one whose religion is Judaism
3a
: a member of the tribe of Judah
b
: israelite
4
: a member of a nation existing in Palestine from the sixth century b.c. to the first century a.d.
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“Jew.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Jew. Accessed 18 Sep. 2021.
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Jew
noun
English Language Learners Definition of Jew
: someone whose religion is Judaism, who is descended from Jewish people, or who participates in the culture surrounding Judaism
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Kids Definition of Jew
: a person who is a descendant of the ancient Hebrews or whose religion is Judaism
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