Karaite
/ˈkæɹ.ə.aɪt/ · noun
Meaning
- An adherent of Karaism.
- A member of a particular Turco-Mongol tribal confederation (khanate) in the Altai-Sayan region during the 12th century.
Etymology / origin
Borrowed from Hebrew קראי (kara'í) + -ite.
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