Word Meaning

Meaning of galilean

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