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Definition of hermon

hermon

/ˈhɜːr.mən/
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hermon Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A prominent mountain cluster in the Middle East, located within the Anti-Lebanon mountain range, with its summit straddling the border between Syria and Lebanon and its southern slopes extending into the Golan Heights.

Example

"During the winter months, the snow-capped peak of Mount Hermon attracts thousands of visitors for skiing."

• Rhymes for hermon

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Hebrew word 'Chermon' (חֶרְמוֹן), which is rooted in a word meaning 'abrupt' or 'sacred/taboo', reflecting its historical status as a consecrated high place in antiquity.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hermon. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hermon
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