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Vocabulary Entry
joppa
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A city in ancient Palestine, now part of modern Jaffa, associated with the story of Jonah and the whale.
Example Sentences
"Joppa is historically significant in biblical narratives."
"In the past, Joppa was a major port city for ancient Israel."
"Many traders used Joppa as a stopping point on their journeys."
V
verb
To joppa (though rare), meaning to make a small, abrupt movement or to behave in an erratic manner.
Example Sentences
"He jopped around the stage during his performance."
"She joppa'd back when the sudden noise startled her."
"The dog joppa'd after the ball that had been thrown."