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- [pil-poo l]
- /ˈpɪl pʊl/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [pil-poo l]
- /ˈpɪl pʊl/
Definition of pilpul word
- noun pilpul a method of disputation among rabbinical scholars regarding the interpretation of Talmudic rules and principles or Scripture that involves the development of careful and often excessively subtle distinctions. 1
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Origin of pilpul
First appearance:
before 1890 One of the 20% newest English words
1890-95; < Aramaic, Hebrew pilpūl, akin to pilpēl to search, debate
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Parts of speech for Pilpul
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pilpul popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 69% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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