Paschal Lamb

noun

1
: a lamb slain and eaten during the Passover celebration in ancient Judaism
2

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of Paschal Lamb was in the 15th century

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“Paschal Lamb.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Paschal%20Lamb. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

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