philistia Definition
a region of ancient Palestine that extended along the Mediterranean coast from Gaza north to Mount Carmel.
Phrases with philistia
a person who is indifferent or hostile to culture and the arts, or who has no understanding of them
Example
He was often criticized for being a Philistine, with no appreciation for literature or music.
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Summary: philistia in Brief
'Philistia' [fi-lis-tee-uh] refers to an ancient region in Palestine that extended along the Mediterranean coast. The term is not commonly used in modern English, but 'Philistine' is still used to describe a person who is indifferent or hostile to culture and the arts.
