shulamite

/ˈʃuːləmaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A woman from Shual, a place mentioned in the Bible, particularly in the Song of Solomon.

“The shulamite in the ancient poem is said to have been a beautiful and charming woman.”

2. proper noun

A proper noun referring to the biblical woman or to the place Shual itself.

“The shulamite in the ancient text is a woman of great beauty and charm.”

Synonyms

  • Israelite
  • woman

Antonyms

  • man
  • non-Israelite