Proverbs

/ˌprɑˈvʌrbz/
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Definitions of Proverbs
  1. noun
    an Old Testament book consisting of proverbs from various Israeli sages (including Solomon)
    synonyms: Book of Proverbs
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    a major division of a long written composition
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