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Definition of: Bedouin
(bed′·in, -ēn) noun
1. One of the nomadic Arabs of Syria, Arabia, etc.
2. Such nomads collectively.
3. Any nomad or vagabond.
—adjective
1. Of or pertaining to the Bedouins.
2. Roving; nomadic. Also spelled Beduin. [<F <Arabic badāwīn desert dweller <badw desert]
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