chaldean Definition
- 1a member of an ancient people who lived in Chaldea around the Persian Gulf, or a modern-day descendant of this people
- 2a person of Chaldean descent who speaks Aramaic and belongs to the Chaldean Catholic Church
Using chaldean: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "chaldean" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The Chaldeans were known for their knowledge of astronomy and astrology.
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Many Chaldeans migrated to the United States in the early 20th century.
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He is a Chaldean Catholic priest who speaks Aramaic fluently.
Summary: chaldean in Brief
'Chaldean' [kal-dee-uhn] refers to either a member of an ancient people who lived in Chaldea around the Persian Gulf or a modern-day descendant of this people. They were known for their knowledge of astronomy and astrology. Many Chaldeans migrated to the United States in the early 20th century. 'Chaldean' also refers to a person of Chaldean descent who speaks Aramaic and belongs to the Chaldean Catholic Church.
