Goy vs. Gentile

Goy vs. Gentile — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Goy and Gentile

Goynoun

A non-Jew, a gentile. See usage notes

Gentileadjective

Non-Jewish.

Goynoun

in this sense `Gentile' denotes a Christian as contrasted with a Jew; `goy' is a derogatory word for Christians used by Jews

Gentileadjective

Heathen, pagan.

Gentileadjective

Relating to a clan, tribe, or nation; clannish, tribal, national.

Gentileadjective

Of or pertaining to a gens or several gentes.

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Gentileadjective

(grammar) Of a part of speech such as an adjective, noun or verb: relating to a particular city, nation or country.

Gentilenoun

A non-Jewish person.

Gentilenoun

(grammar) A noun derived from a proper noun which denotes something belonging to or coming from a particular city, nation, or country.

Gentilenoun

a person who does not acknowledge your God

Gentilenoun

a person who is not a member of one's own religion; used in this sense by Mormons and Hindus

Gentilenoun

in this sense `Gentile' denotes a Christian as contrasted with a Jew; `goy' is a derogatory word for Christians used by Jews

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Gentileadjective

belonging to or characteristic of non-Jewish peoples