Phrase guide
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noun
Any flowering plant of the genus Polygonatum, especially Polygonatuym multiflorum.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
A mystic symbol in the form of a hexagram (or, less often, an octagram).
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
a six-pointed star formed from two equilateral triangles; an emblem symbolizing Judaism
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: Star of David, Shield of David, Magen David, Mogen David
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: emblem, allegory, hexagram
History
From genitive form of Solomon (king of ancient Israel) + seal, translating Medieval Latin sigillum Solomōnis.
Across languages
10 source translations are retained for this English entry.
