Hamathite

1 of 2

noun

Ha·​math·​ite

ˈhāməˌthīt,

-ˌmaˌ-

plural -s

: a native or inhabitant of the ancient city of Hamath in western Syria

Hamathite

2 of 2

adjective

"

1

: of, relating to, or characteristic of Hamath, Syria

2

: of, relating to, or characteristic of the people of Hamath

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Hamath (Hama), Syria + English -ite

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