Semitism

noun
Sem·i·tism | \ ˈse-mə-ˌti-zəm \

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

First Known Use of Semitism

1851, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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