Йо́сиф — meaning in English

English meaning

• Joseph name A figure in the Hebrew Bible, the favored son of Jacob who was sold into slavery by his brothers but rose to power in Egypt.

Senses

Йо́сиф is used for these senses in English:

• Joseph (biblical character) Eleventh and favorite son of Jacob, by his wife Rachel.
• Joseph A en given name.

Joseph — full definition

1. name A figure in the Hebrew Bible, the favored son of Jacob who was sold into slavery by his brothers but rose to power in Egypt.
2. name In the New Testament, the husband of Mary and the earthly father of Jesus.
3. name A common male given name and surname derived from the biblical figure.
4. noun Historically, a woman's long riding coat worn in the 18th century, buttoned down the front.

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