Moses

noun Mo·ses \ˈmō-zəz also -zəs\

Definition of MOSES

: a Hebrew prophet who led the Israelites out of Egyptian slavery and at Mt. Sinai delivered the Law establishing God's covenant with them

Latin, from Greek Mōsēs, from Hebrew Mōsheh

First Known Use: before 12th century

biographical name Mo·ses \ˈmō-zəz also -zəs\

Anna Mary 1860–1961 née Robertson; Grandma Moses Am. painter

Next Word in the Dictionary: moseyPrevious Word in the Dictionary: MoselleAll Words Near: Moses

What made you want to look up Moses? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

Put-downs with flair

How to use a word that (literally) drives some people nuts.

Test your vocab with our fun, fast game

Ailurophobia, and 9 other unusual fears