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Shibboleth
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Meaning
Noun
●
A particular
pronunciation
or
custom
that is
regarded
as
distinguishing
members of a group from
non-members
, especially when used as a test.
●
A common or
longstanding
belief
,
custom
, or
catchphrase
associated with a particular group, especially one with little current
meaning
or truth.
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Origin
shibboleth
English
שבולת
Hebrew
Sourced from
Etym
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