- Jewess
- Jewess (n.) late 14c. (late 13c. as a surname), from O.Fr. jüiesse, fem. of jüif (see JEW (Cf. Jew)).
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Jewess — Jew ess, n., fem. of {Jew}. A female Jew; a Hebrew woman; a female adherent of Judaism. [1913 Webster +PJC] … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Jewess — though in use since the 14c, now has derogatory overtones (for racial reasons and because of gender sensitivity) and should be avoided, although Jewish people are said to use it among themselves … Modern English usage
Jewess — ► NOUN ▪ a Jewish woman or girl … English terms dictionary
Jewess — [jo͞o′is] n. Now Rare a Jewish woman or girl: see ESS … English World dictionary
Jewess — UK [ˈdʒuːes] / US [ˈdʒuəs] noun [countable] Word forms Jewess : singular Jewess plural Jewesses offensive an old fashioned word for a Jewish woman. This word is now considered offensive … English dictionary
Jewess — This very unusual and interesting surname has an ancient history. It is a patronymic or diminutive form of the Roman (Latin) personal name Julius , the name of several saints, to say nothing of one Julius Caesar. The name is not in any way Hebrew … Surnames reference
JEWESS OF TOLEDO — JEWESS OF TOLEDO, the central figure in a legendary love affair of King Alfonso VIII of Castile (1155–1214), which has furnished material for innumerable plays, poems, and novels in Spanish and other languages. The essential story is that Alfonso … Encyclopedia of Judaism
Jewess of Toledo — (12th century) According to a story that has formed the basis of many literary works, Alfonso VIII, king of Castile (1155–1214), was so enamoured of a beautiful Jewess called Fermosa (or Raquel) that he ignored his wife, the daughter of… … Who’s Who in Jewish History after the period of the Old Testament
Jewess — noun Date: 14th century sometimes offensive a Jewish girl or woman … New Collegiate Dictionary
Jewess — /jooh is/, n. Usually Offensive. a Jewish girl or woman. [1350 1400; ME jewesse. See JEW, ESS] Usage. See ess. * * * … Universalium
