A Hebrew word, phrase, or idiom; or the characteristics, practices, and traditions of Hebrew culture and people.
From Hebrew + -ism (suffix meaning 'the practice or system of'). The -ism suffix comes from Greek, used to denote doctrines, practices, or characteristic features of cultures and languages.
Hebraicism in English—words and phrases borrowed from Hebrew—shaped English far more than people realize. Words like 'amen,' 'hallelujah,' and 'sabbath' are so embedded in English that their Hebrew origin is invisible.
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