geshurite

geshurite
\\ˈgeshəˌrīt, gə̇ˈshu̇ˌr-\ noun (-s)
Usage: capitalized
Etymology: Geshur, region in ancient Palestine + English -ite
1. : a member of an Aramaean tribe in northeastern Palestine that was independent in David's time
2. : a member of a tribe in southern Palestine

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  • geshurite — gesh·u·rite …   English syllables

  • Geshurites —    1) The inhabitants of Geshur. They maintained friendly relations with the Israelites on the east of Jordan (Josh. 12:5; 13:11, 13).    2) Another aboriginal people of Palestine who inhabited the south west border of the land. Geshuri in Josh.… …   Easton's Bible Dictionary

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