jebusitic

/dʒɛbʌˈsɪtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the Jebusites, an ancient people who inhabited Jerusalem before the Israelites

“The archaeologists found evidence of a Jebusitic temple in the heart of the city.”

2. noun

a member of the Jebusites

“The historian studied the Jebusitic culture and its influence on the surrounding regions.”

Synonyms

  • canaanite
  • phoenician

Antonyms

  • hebrew
  • israelite