Writings

plural noun

Writ·​ings ˈrī-tiŋz How to pronounce Writings (audio)
: the third part of the Jewish scriptures see Bible Table

Word History

Etymology

translation of Late Hebrew kĕthūbhīm

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Writings was in the 14th century

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“Writings.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Writings. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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Writings

noun
Writ·​ings ˈrīt-iŋz How to pronounce Writings (audio)
: the third part of the Jewish scriptures see bible
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