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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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