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BAAL
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• BAAL (noun)
The noun BAAL has 1 sense:
1. any of numerous local fertility and nature deities worshipped by ancient Semitic peoples; the Hebrews considered Baal a false god
Familiarity information: BAAL used as a noun is very rare.
Sense 1
Meaning:
Any of numerous local fertility and nature deities worshipped by ancient Semitic peoples; the Hebrews considered Baal a false god
Classified under:
Nouns denoting people
Instance hypernyms:
Semitic deity (a deity worshipped by the ancient Semites)
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