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Golan

Golan (name) means a region in the Middle East on the border of Syria and Israel, commonly called the Golan Heights; also a Hebrew habitational surname. Example: “The Golan Heights has been a disputed territory for decades.”

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A region in the Middle East on the border of Syria and Israel, commonly called the Golan Heights; also a Hebrew habitational surname.
"The Golan Heights has been a disputed territory for decades."

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Etymology

Borrowed from Hebrew גּוֹלָן (golán).

Origin: Hebrew

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Golan” mean?

The word “Golan” means a region in the Middle East on the border of Syria and Israel, commonly called the Golan Heights; also a Hebrew habitational surname.

How do you use “Golan” in a sentence?

Here is “Golan” used in a sentence: “The Golan Heights has been a disputed territory for decades.”

What part of speech is “Golan”?

“Golan” is a name.

Where does the word “Golan” come from?

The word “Golan” comes from Hebrew. Borrowed from Hebrew גּוֹלָן (golán).

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