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Magog
MAY-gog
Magog (name) means a figure in the Bible, one of the sons of Japheth. Example: “Magog is listed among Noah's grandsons in the Book of Genesis.”
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A figure in the Bible, one of the sons of Japheth.
"Magog is listed among Noah's grandsons in the Book of Genesis."
2
A city and river in Quebec, Canada.
"Magog sits on the shore of Lake Memphremagog in Quebec."
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Etymology
From Biblical Hebrew מָגוֹג (magog).
Frequently asked questions
What does “Magog” mean?
The word “Magog” means a figure in the Bible, one of the sons of Japheth.
How do you pronounce “Magog”?
“Magog” is pronounced MAY-gog (/ˈmeɪɡɒɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Magog” in a sentence?
Here is “Magog” used in a sentence: “Magog is listed among Noah's grandsons in the Book of Genesis.”
What part of speech is “Magog”?
“Magog” is a name.
Where does the word “Magog” come from?
The word “Magog” comes from Hebrew. From Biblical Hebrew מָגוֹג (magog).
How many meanings does “Magog” have?
“Magog” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a figure in the Bible, one of the sons of Japheth.
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