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Definition of "Hellenist"

Hellenist

/ˈhɛl.ɪ.nɪst/
  • noun

    plural Hellenists

    1. A specialist in the study of Greek language, literature, culture, or history, or an admirer of the Greek culture and civilization.  

    2. A person who adopted the Greek customs, language and culture during the Hellenistic period, especially a Hellenized Jew.  

    3. A follower and practitioner of Hellenic religion (aka Hellenism, Olympianism etc.)  

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