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abigail

/ˈa.bɪ.ɡeɪl/

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What does abigail mean?

proper noun

  1. The wife of Nabal and later of David in the Old Testament.
  2. A female given name from Hebrew, used since the 16th century, and currently quite popular.
More meanings (1)

noun

  1. (obsolete) A lady's maid.

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IPA pronunciation

/ˈa.bɪ.ɡeɪl/

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Other dictionary pronunciations

/ˈæb.ə.ɡeɪl/
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“And how is Abigail Peters?” said Rachel, as she went on with her biscuits.
Harriet Beecher StoweUncle Tom's CabinProject Gutenberg ebook #203
“She never did so before,” at last said Bessie, turning to the Abigail.
Charlotte BrontëJane Eyre: An AutobiographyProject Gutenberg ebook #1260
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"Abigail," came the sharp reminder, "you've no business to think."
Annie Payson CallNerves and Common SenseProject Gutenberg ebook #4339
His wife, in sense and domestic virtues, was an Abigail; while as to her husband, his riches, though great, were his least recommendation, for he possessed all the generosity and honor of the noblest patriot.
M. L. (Mason Locke) WeemsThe Life of General Francis MarionProject Gutenberg ebook #846