adam
noun
Simple meaning
The first man and the progenitor of the human race.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈædəm
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Definition
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noun
Abrahamismreligion
The first man and the progenitor of the human race.
figuratively
Original sin or human frailty.
Designating a neoclassical style of furniture and architecture in the style of Robert and James Adam.
ushumorous
The day or night before an eve; two days or nights before a holiday, most commonly Christmas.
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