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Definition of Galilean
1. Noun. An inhabitant of Galilee (an epithet of Jesus Christ).
Exact synonyms: Galilaean
Generic synonyms: Denizen, Dweller, Habitant, Indweller, Inhabitant
Derivative terms: Galilaean
Generic synonyms: Denizen, Dweller, Habitant, Indweller, Inhabitant
Derivative terms: Galilaean
2. Adjective. Of or relating to Galileo or his works.
3. Noun. One of the four satellites of Jupiter that were discovered by Galileo.
Exact synonyms: Galilean Satellite
Specialized synonyms: Callisto, Europa, Ganymede, Io
Generic synonyms: Satellite
Specialized synonyms: Callisto, Europa, Ganymede, Io
Generic synonyms: Satellite
4. Adjective. Of or relating to Galilee or its inhabitants.
Definition of Galilean
1. a. Of or pertaining to Galileo; as, the Galilean telescope. See Telescope.
2. a. Of or relating to Galilee.
3. n. A native or inhabitant of Galilee, the northern province of Palestine under the Romans.
Medical Definition of Galilean
1. Of or pertaining to Galileo; as, the Galilean telescope. See Telescope. 1. A native or inhabitant of Galilee, the northern province of Palestine under the Romans. 2. One of the party among the Jews, who opposed the payment of tribute to the Romans; called also Gaulonite. 3. A Christian in general; used as a term of reproach by Mohammedans and Pagans. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)