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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A hypothetical fundamental particle in an early preon model.
2. 2
   A rabbi in the era preceding the publication of the Shulchan Aruch, from 1038 to 1563 CE. historical

   "Since the days of the Rishonim, the version appearing in our Haggadot is the one accepted by all Jewry."

Synonyms

All synonyms

maon

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"Since the days of the Rishonim, the version appearing in our Haggadot is the one accepted by all Jewry."

Etymology

Etymology 1

From Hebrew ראשון (rishón, “first; primary”).

Etymology 2

From Hebrew ראשון.

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