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Zionist: Definition and Usage

The term [translate:сионист] refers to a person who supports the movement for the re-establishment and development of a Jewish nation in what is now Israel.

Pronunciation and Examples

Pronunciation varies; it is commonly pronounced as /ˈzaɪənɪst/.

Grammar and Usage Notes

[translate:сионист] is a noun. The plural form is Zionists.

Synonyms

Related terms include supporter of Zionism or advocate for Israel's Jewish identity.

Definition of Zionist noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Summary: A Zionist is someone who advocates for the Jewish homeland in Israel, deeply tied to Jewish national identity and history.

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