biblical
|bib-li-cal|
B2
/ˈbɪblɪkəl/
of the Bible
Etymology
Etymology Information
'biblical' originates from the Latin word 'biblicus,' which means 'of the Bible.'
Historical Evolution
'biblicus' transformed into the Old French word 'biblical,' and eventually became the modern English word 'biblical.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'of the Bible,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or contained in the Bible.
The biblical story of Noah's Ark is well-known.
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Adjective 2
resembling or suggestive of the Bible or biblical times, especially in size or scope.
The flood was of biblical proportions.
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