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Definition of Galilee
1. Noun. An area of northern Israel; formerly the northern part of Palestine and the ancient kingdom of Israel; the scene of Jesus's ministry.
Generic synonyms: Geographic Area, Geographic Region, Geographical Area, Geographical Region
Group relationships: Israel, Sion, State Of Israel, Yisrael, Zion
Terms within: Nazareth
Derivative terms: Galilaean, Galilean, Galilean
Group relationships: Israel, Sion, State Of Israel, Yisrael, Zion
Terms within: Nazareth
Derivative terms: Galilaean, Galilean, Galilean
Definition of Galilee
1. n. A porch or waiting room, usually at the west end of an abbey church, where the monks collected on returning from processions, where bodies were laid previous to interment, and where women were allowed to see the monks to whom they were related, or to hear divine service. Also, frequently applied to the porch of a church, as at Ely and Durham cathedrals.
Definition of Galilee
1. a type of porch [n -S] - See also: porch
Lexicographical Neighbors of Galilee
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