Synonyms for Philistine & Similar Words

Definition of philistine

adjective
  1. of or relating to ancient Philistia or its culture or its people
  2. smug and ignorant and indifferent or hostile to artistic and cultural values
noun
  1. a person who is uninterested in intellectual pursuits

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"Philistine" in song lyrics

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  • "I'm throwing blind guillotines for Philistine"
    DJ Muggs & Planet Asia f/ B-Real — Lions In the Forrest
  • "samson slaying a philistine"
    AOL — AOL
  • "ark covenant philistine"
    AOL — AOL

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