Shibboleth word meaning and definition

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Meaning and definition for "shibboleth" word

[noun] a manner of speaking that is distinctive of a particular group of people
[noun] a favorite saying of a sect or political group

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\Shib"bo*leth\, n. [Heb. shibb[=o]leth an ear of corn, or a stream, a flood.] 1. A word which was made the criterion by which to distinguish the Ephraimites from the Gileadites. The Ephraimites, not being able to pronounce sh, called the word sibboleth. See --Judges xii. Without reprieve, adjudged to death, For want of well pronouncing shibboleth. --Milton. Also in an extended sense. The th, with its twofold value, is . . . the shibboleth of foreigners. --Earle. 2. Hence, the criterion, test, or watchword of a party; a party cry or pet phrase.

Synonyms for shibboleth

catchword, motto, slogan

The fun area, different aproach to word »shibboleth«

Let's analyse "shibboleth" as pure text. This string has Ten letters in Three syllables and Three vowels. 30% of vowels is 8.6% less then average English word. Written in backwards: HTELOBBIHS. Average typing speed for these characters is 2770 milliseconds. [info]

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Numerology

Hearts desire number calculated from vowels: shibboleth: 9 + 6 + 5 = 20, reduced: 2 . and the final result is Two.
Destiny number calculated from all letters: shibboleth: 1 + 8 + 9 + 2 + 2 + 6 + 3 + 5 + 2 + 8 = 46, reduced: 1, and the final result is One.

Tarot cards

Letter	Num.	Tarot c.	Meaning
B (2)	2	High Priestess	Compassionate, Caring, Knowing
E (1)	5	Hierophant	Wise, Crafty, Daring, Inventive
H (2)	8	Strength	Couragous, Faithful, Caring
I (1)	9	Hermit	Independent, Researcher, Intell,igent
L (1)	12	Hanged Man	Leader, Teacher, Healer, Decisive
O (1)	15	Devil	Optimist, Gamesman, Marketer, Hunter
S (1)	19	Sun	Colorful, Bright, Perceptive
T (1)	20	Judgement	Unswerving, Steadfast, Demanding, Forceful

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