xebb

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Maltese

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Etymology

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From Arabic شَابّ (šābb).

Pronunciation

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Noun

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xebb m (plural xbieb, feminine xebba, diminutive xbejb)

  1. (archaic) male adolescent or young man; youth
    Synonym: żagħżugħ

Usage notes

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  • The feminine xebba remains in common use.
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