Leviticus

noun

Le·​vit·​i·​cus li-ˈvi-ti-kəs How to pronounce Leviticus (audio)
: the third book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scripture consisting mainly of priestly legislation see Bible Table

Word History

Etymology

Late Latin, literally, of the Levites

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Leviticus was in the 14th century

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“Leviticus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Leviticus. Accessed 1 Apr. 2023.

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Leviticus

noun
Le·​vit·​i·​cus li-ˈvit-i-kəs How to pronounce Leviticus (audio)
: the third book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scripture consisting mainly of priestly legislation see bible
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