marrano

Mar·ra·no

M m

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [muh-rah-noh]
- /məˈrɑ noʊ/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [muh-rah-noh]
- /məˈrɑ noʊ/

Definitions of marrano word

noun plural marrano a Spanish or Portuguese Jew who was converted to Christianity during the late Middle Ages, usually under threat of death or persecution, especially one who continued to adhere to Judaism in secret. 1
noun marrano a Spanish or Portuguese Jew of the late Middle Ages who was converted to Christianity, esp one forcibly converted but secretly adhering to Judaism 0
noun marrano during the Spanish Inquisition, a Jew who professed Christianity to escape death or persecution, often continuing to observe Judaism secretly 0

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Parts of speech for Marrano

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adjective

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marrano popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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