Goliat

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Definitions

  • n. The name of the Philistine giant warrior from Gath whom David famously slew, as recounted in the Book of 1 Samuel.

Example Sentences

  • "Perhaps the most classic victory of an underdog is that of Dovid’s victory over Golias." (source)

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Languages of Origin

  • Textual Hebrew

Etymology

  • גָּלְיָת

      • Who Uses This

      • Orthodox: Jews who identify as Orthodox and observe halacha (Jewish law)

      Regions

      • North America

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      • None

      Alternative Spellings

      Golias, Golyat, Golyas

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