Philistine

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1. Noun

A native or an inhabitant of ancient Philistia, a coast region of southern Palestine.

2. Noun

A bailiff.

3. Noun

A person deficient in liberal culture and refinement; one without appreciation of the nobler aspirations and sentiments of humanity; one whose scope is limited to selfish and material interests.

4. Adjective

Of or pertaining to the Philistines.

5. Adjective

Uncultured; commonplace.
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