SINCE 1828
Semitism
noun
Sem·i·tism
| \ ˈse-mə-ˌti-zəm
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Definition of Semitism
1a
: Semitic character or qualities
b
: a characteristic feature of a Semitic language occurring in another language
2
: policy or predisposition favorable to Jews
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