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单词 pilpul
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Definition of pilpul in English:

pilpul

noun ˈpɪlpʊl
Judaism
  • Subtle or keen rabbinical argumentation; an instance of this. In extended use: unprofitable argument, quibbling.

Origin

Late 19th century. From post-biblical Hebrew pilpūl from pilpēl to turn to and fro, to dispute; the connection with pilpēl pepper is probably fanciful.

 
 

Definition of pilpul in US English:

pilpul

nounˈpɪlpʊl
Judaism
  • Subtle or keen rabbinical argumentation; an instance of this. In extended use: unprofitable argument, quibbling.

Origin

Late 19th century. From post-biblical Hebrew pilpūl from pilpēl to turn to and fro, to dispute; the connection with pilpēl pepper is probably fanciful.

 
 
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