Midianite

noun

Mid·i·an·ite ˈmi-dē-ə-ˌnīt

: a member of an ancient northern Arabian people

Word History

Etymology

Midian, son of Abraham

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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

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“Midianite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Midianite. Accessed 26 Nov. 2025.

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