Samson

noun

Sam·​son ˈsam(p)-sən How to pronounce Samson (audio)
: a Hebrew hero who wreaked havoc among the Philistines by means of his great strength

Word History

Etymology

Late Latin, from Greek Sampsōn, from Hebrew Shimshōn

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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

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Samson

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“Samson.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Samson. Accessed 27 Mar. 2023.

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