Rebecca

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Definition

Proper noun 1. A female given name: A name of Hebrew origin, meaning "to tie, to bind" or "captivating." 2. A biblical figure: In the Old Testament, Rebecca (also spelled Rebekah) is the wife of Isaac and the mother of the twins Jacob and Esau.

Usage Examples
  • As a given name:
    • Rebecca is a popular name in many English-speaking countries.
    • My colleague's name is Rebecca, but she prefers to be called Becca.
  • Referring to the biblical figure:
    • The story of Rebecca at the well is found in the Book of Genesis.
    • Rebecca played a crucial role in the lineage of the Israelites.
Advanced Usage
  • "A Rebecca": In very rare literary or historical contexts, used to refer to a woman who is a captivating or binding force within a family or group, alluding to the biblical character's role and the meaning of her name.
    • She was the Rebecca of the family, the one who held everyone together through the crisis.
Variants and Related Words
  • Rebekah: An alternative spelling of the name, often used in biblical translations.
  • Becca, Becky, Reba: Common diminutives and nicknames for Rebecca.
Synonyms
  • Given name: (No direct synonyms, but similar classic names include) Sarah, Rachel, Elizabeth.
  • Biblical figure: (No synonyms; a unique historical/religious figure)
Noun
  1. (Old Testament) wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau

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