gileadite Definition
- 1a native or inhabitant of Gilead, an ancient region east of the Jordan River
- 2a member of a group of Israelites who fought against Jephthah and his forces in the Book of Judges
Using gileadite: Examples
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The Gileadites were known for their bravery in battle.
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Jephthah made a vow to the Lord that if he was victorious over the Gileadites, he would sacrifice the first thing that came out of his house.
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Summary: gileadite in Brief
'Gileadite' [gi-lee-uh-dahyt] refers to a native or inhabitant of Gilead, an ancient region east of the Jordan River. It also denotes a member of a group of Israelites who fought against Jephthah and his forces in the Book of Judges. The Gileadites were known for their bravery in battle.
