moabite

/məˈɔːbaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A native or inhabitant of Moab, a region east of the Dead Sea.

“The archaeologists found artifacts that suggested the presence of Moabite tribes in the area.”

2. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of Moab, a region east of the Dead Sea.

“The Moabite landscape was characterized by its rugged red rock formations.”

Synonyms

  • Moab
  • Moabian

Antonyms

  • Israelite
  • Judean