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Bi·ble
Bible
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- pronunciation:
- baI
bl
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer, Word Parts
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
the principal sacred writings of Judaism, comprising the Old Testament, and of Christianity, comprising both the Old and New Testaments.
- synonyms:
- Good Book, Holy Scripture, Holy Writ, Scriptures, The Book, Word
- similar words:
- Gospel, New Testament, Old Testament
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definition 2: |
any collection of writings considered sacred to a religion other than Christianity or Judaism.
- similar words:
- book
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definition 3: |
(l.c.) any book or text that is considered authoritative or official.
- synonyms:
- authority, guide, handbook, manual, scripture, vade mecum
- similar words:
- guidebook, primer, reference, text, textbook
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related words: |
canon |
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