non-Semitic
|non-se-mit-ic|
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/nɒn-səˈmɪtɪk/
not Semitic
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-Semitic' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'Semitic,' which refers to the Semitic peoples or their languages.
Historical Evolution
'non-Semitic' combines the prefix 'non-' with 'Semitic,' a term that has been used since the 18th century to describe a family of languages and peoples.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not Semitic,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not relating to or characteristic of the Semitic peoples or their languages.
The non-Semitic languages of the region include Turkish and Persian.
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Last updated: 2025/03/16 13:46