Star of David

noun phrase

Star of Da·​vid -ˈdā-vəd How to pronounce Star of David (audio)

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The five-time Grammy winner, who is Jewish, condemned the president’s comments and opened up about his decision to wear a Star of David on his coat at a Madison Square Garden concert in response to the rally, which left one person dead and multiple injured. Emlyn Travis Published, EW.com, 25 July 2025 In 2018, Joel explained during an interview with CBS Sunday Morning why wearing the Star of David at his MSG show was also personal. Anna Chan, Billboard, 25 July 2025 The fire burned an area about 30 feet by 30 feet, including religious items such as Nativity scene, a cross and a Star of David. Cameron MacDonald, Mercury News, 15 July 2025 Each of the photos in the graphic contains the Star of David, gesturing towards centuries-old antisemitic tropes about hidden Jewish conspiracies of influence and power. Jake Kanter, Deadline, 7 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for Star of David

Word History

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Star of David was in 1899

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“Star of David.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Star%20of%20David. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.

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Star of David

Star of Da·​vid -ˈdā-vəd How to pronounce Star of David (audio)
: a 6-pointed star used as a symbol of Judaism

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