Word Meaning

galilean definition and meaning

a. Of or pertaining to Galileo; as, the Galilean telescope. See Telescope.
a. Of or relating to Galilee.
n. A native or inhabitant of Galilee, the northern province of Palestine under the Romans.
n. One of the party among the Jews, who opposed the payment of tribute to the Romans; -- called also Gaulonite.
n. A Christian in general; -- used as a term of reproach by Mohammedans and Pagans.