zebulun

/zəˈbjuːlən/

Definitions

1. proper noun

the tenth son of Leah and Jacob in the Old Testament and the ancestor of the tribe of Zebulun

“The biblical account of Zebulun’s life is found in the book of Genesis.”

2. place name

a region in Palestine and a biblical place name

“The town of Zebulun has a rich history dating back thousands of years.”

3. noun

a region in northern Israel

“The city of Zebulun is a popular tourist destination.”

Synonyms

  • Israelite
  • tribe