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Jude

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Jude (name) means a male given name of Hebrew origin, also the name of a short book near the end of the New Testament. Example: “The Beatles song "Hey Jude" was written by Paul McCartney for John Lennon's son.”

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A male given name of Hebrew origin, also the name of a short book near the end of the New Testament.

"The Beatles song "Hey Jude" was written by Paul McCartney for John Lennon's son."

How to use Jude

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In plain EnglishA given name, and also the title of a New Testament book.

Word forms

Judes plural

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Etymology

A short form of Judas, adopted to distinguish the apostle Jude Thaddaeus from Judas Iscariot.

Synonyms

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Rhymes for Jude

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Jude” mean?

The word “Jude” means a male given name of Hebrew origin, also the name of a short book near the end of the New Testament. In plain terms, a given name, and also the title of a New Testament book.

How do you pronounce “Jude”?

“Jude” is pronounced JOOD (/ˈd͡ʒuːd/ in IPA).

How do you use “Jude” in a sentence?

Here is “Jude” used in a sentence: “The Beatles song "Hey Jude" was written by Paul McCartney for John Lennon's son.”

What part of speech is “Jude”?

“Jude” is a name.

Is “Jude” a common word?

“Jude” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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