What does MOSES mean?

Parts of Speech: noun

Definitions: 1. a male given name derived from the Hebrew name Mosheh, meaning "drawn out of the water." 2. the Hebrew prophet who led the Israelites out of Egypt and received the Ten Commandments from God on Mount Sinai.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈmoʊzɪz/, UK: /ˈməʊziːz/

Origin and Usage: The name Moses has Hebrew origins and is a common name among Jews. It has been used as a given name for centuries and is still used today. The story of Moses leading the Israelites out of Egypt is a key event in the Jewish and Christian religions, and the name has religious significance for many people.

Synonyms: None

Related Words: None

Example Sentences: 1. Moses was a great leader of the Israelites. 2. The baby was named Moses after his grandfather. 3. Moses received the Ten Commandments from God on Mount Sinai.