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DictionaryGenesisBiblical book
proper noun

Genesis

The first book of the Bible, written as Genesis.

The class reads the opening chapter of Genesis.

Etymology
genesisGreekorigin; coming into being

The Greek word names an origin or coming into being. It titles the biblical book concerned with beginnings, including creation and the early history of its people.

More examples

  • She studied Genesis closely.
  • The lecture discussed Genesis.
  • He quoted a passage from Genesis.

Forms

Genesis