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Rareteraphim
The correct spelling is teraphim.
How to pronounce teraphim
noun
IPA: /ˈtɛɹəfɪm/
Say it like: Ter-afi-m
The correct spelling is teraphim. An idol or other image of reverence and divination among the ancient Hebrews; apparently especially a kind of household god. For example: "1658, And [...] the Statuæ Isiacæ, Teraphims, and little Idols, found about the Mummies, do make a decussation or Jacobs Crosse with their armes — Sir Thomas Browne, The Garden of Cyrus (Folio Society 2007, p. 191)"
Usage Examples
“1658, And [...] the Statuæ Isiacæ, Teraphims, and little Idols, found about the Mummies, do make a decussation or Jacobs Crosse with their armes — Sir Thomas Browne, The Garden of Cyrus (Folio Society 2007, p. 191)”
Definition
noun
- 1.An idol or other image of reverence and divination among the ancient Hebrews; apparently especially a kind of household god.
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