Israelites
ri noun
1.
2.
one of a group considered by its members or by others as God's chosen people.
adjective
3.
of or pertaining to ancient Israel or its people; Hebrew.
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Israelite (ˈɪzrɪəˌlaɪt, -rə-) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | Bible a member of the ethnic group claiming descent from Jacob; a Hebrew |
| 2. | Bible a citizen of the kingdom of Israel (922 to 721 |
| 3. | a member of any of various Christian sects who regard themselves as God's chosen people |
| 4. | an archaic and sometimes offensive word for a Jew |
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Cultural Dictionary
Israelites definition
The descendants of Jacob, who made up twelve tribes, including the tribes of Judah, Levi, Reuben, and Benjamin.
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