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non-Sabbath

|non-Sabbath|

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/nɑn ˈsæbəθ/

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/nɒn ˈsæbəθ/

not Sabbath

Etymology
Etymology Information

'non-Sabbath' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'Sabbath,' which refers to a day of religious observance and abstinence from work.

Historical Evolution

'non-Sabbath' combines the prefix 'non-' with 'Sabbath,' a term with roots in Hebrew 'Shabbat,' meaning 'rest.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'not related to the Sabbath,' and this meaning has remained consistent.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

not related to or occurring on the Sabbath.

The non-Sabbath activities were scheduled for Sunday.

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Last updated: 2025/06/13 03:06