Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the Semitic languages or peoples, especially the Arabs and Hebrews

“The Semitic languages include Arabic, Hebrew, and Amharic.”

2. noun

a member of a Semitic-speaking people, especially a Jew or an Arab

“The Semitic immigrants brought with them their unique culture and customs.”

3. noun

a language belonging to the Semitic branch of the Afro-Asiatic language family

“The Semitic languages are spoken by millions of people around the world.”