Baal
Baal (name) means a storm and fertility god worshipped in ancient Phoenicia and Canaan. Example: “Ancient inscriptions record offerings made to Baal.”
How to use Baal
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe name of an ancient Near Eastern god, also used generally for a false idol.
Word forms
Baals plural, Baalim plural, baals plural
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Ancient inscriptions record offerings made to _____.
Etymology
From Hebrew baal, meaning "lord, master, or owner", used as the name of the Canaanite god.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Baal” mean?
The word “Baal” means a storm and fertility god worshipped in ancient Phoenicia and Canaan. In plain terms, the name of an ancient Near Eastern god, also used generally for a false idol.
How do you pronounce “Baal”?
“Baal” is pronounced BAY-uhl (/ˈbeɪəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “Baal” in a sentence?
Here is “Baal” used in a sentence: “Ancient inscriptions record offerings made to Baal.”
What part of speech is “Baal”?
Depending on how it is used, “Baal” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Baal” come from?
The word “Baal” comes from Hebrew. From Hebrew baal, meaning "lord, master, or owner", used as the name of the Canaanite god.
How many meanings does “Baal” have?
“Baal” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a storm and fertility god worshipped in ancient Phoenicia and Canaan.
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