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Tartan
Open directlyEaston's Bible Dictionary · 1897
An Assyrian word, meaning “the commander-in-chief.” (1.) One of Sennacherib’s messengers to Hezekiah (2 Kings 18:17). (2.) One of Sargon’s generals (Isa. 20:1).
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Smith's Bible Dictionary · 1863
which occurs only in (2 Kings 18:17) and Isai 20:1 Has been generally regarded as a proper name; like Rabsaris and Rabshakeh, it is more probably an official designation, and indicates the Assyrian commander-in-chief.
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Hastings Dictionary of the Bible · 1898
TAR'TAN. 2 Kgs 18:17. It is the name of an office - commander-inchief of an army - not a proper name.
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Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary · 1869
a general (official title)
Schaff's Dictionary of the Bible · 1880
TAR'TAN. 2 Kgs 18:17. It is the name of an office - commander-inchief of an army - not a proper name.
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Webster's 1828 Dictionary · 1828 1 of 2
Part of speech: noun (n.)
Woolen cloth, checkered or crossbarred with narrow bands of various colors, much worn in the Highlands of Scotland; hence, any pattern of tartan; also, other material of a similar pattern. MacCullummore's heart will be as cold as death can make it, when it does not warm to the tartan. Sir W. Scott. The sight of the tartan inflamed the populace of London with hatred. Macaulay.
Webster's 1828 Dictionary · 1828 2 of 2
Part of speech: noun (n.)
A small coasting vessel, used in the Mediterranean, having one mast carrying large leteen sail, and a bowsprit with staysail or jib.