Star of David

noun phrase

Star of Da·​vid -ˈdā-vəd How to pronounce Star of David (audio)

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Felder, an architect with an obsessive streak, thought extensively about the design of his banner, ultimately opting for a white sign with lettering the precise shade of blue as the Star of David on the Israeli flag. Eyal Press, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026 If there had been even a 30-second delay, Wilson might be alive, Pastor Ronald Blackwood told Wilson’s family and friends last Saturday at his funeral service at the Star of David Funeral Chapel in North Lauderdale. Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026 The photo showed the Jewish symbol of the Star of David on Bouchard's forehead, the sheriff with Hasidic curls on the side of his head, and a religious cap. Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026 One of the suspects pointed to a victim’s Star of David necklace during the exchange, the victims said. Caelyn Pender, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for Star of David

Word History

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Star of David was in 1899

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“Star of David.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Star%20of%20David. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

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Star of David

Star of Da·​vid -ˈdā-vəd How to pronounce Star of David (audio)
: a 6-pointed star used as a symbol of Judaism

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