meaning of shibboleth
1. A word which was made the criterion by which to distinguish the Ephraimites from the Gileadites. The Ephraimites, not being able to pronounce sh, called the word sibboleth. See Judges xii.
2. Also in an extended sense.
3. Hence, the criterion, test, or watchword of a party; a party cry or pet phrase.
4. a manner of speaking that is distinctive of a particular group of people
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