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Definition of Syrophoenician

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1 : of or relating to the Roman province of Syrophoenicia
2 : of or relating to Syrophoenicians

Syrophoenician

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plural -s

Definition of Syrophoenician (Entry 2 of 2)

: a native or inhabitant of Phoenicia when it was part of the Roman province of Syria

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History and Etymology for Syrophoenician

Adjective

Syrophoenicia, ancient Roman province in southwestern Asia + English -an

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“Syrophoenician.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Syrophoenician. Accessed 30 Jun. 2022.

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