Star of David
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Star of David
n. pl. Stars of David or Star of Davids
See Magen David.
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Star of David
n
(Judaism) an emblem symbolizing Judaism and consisting of a six-pointed star formed by superimposing one inverted equilateral triangle upon another of equal size. Also called: Magen David
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Star′ of Da′vid
n.
a hexagram used as a symbol of Judaism. Also called Magen David, Shield of David.
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Star of David
1. A symbol of Judaism and of Israel. It consists of two triangles which interlace to form a six-pointed star. In Hebrew it is called the shield of David.
2. A six-pointed star (hexagram) used in magic (especially black magic) and representing the balance between masculine and feminine.
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| Noun | 1. |  Star of David - a six-pointed star formed from two equilateral triangles; an emblem symbolizing Judaismhexagram - a regular polygon formed by extending each of the sides of a regular hexagon to form two equilateral triangles |
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