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magdalen

 

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Noun magdalen has 1 sense
  1. magdalen - a reformed prostitute
    --1 is a kind of
    sinner, evildoer

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Term: Magdalen

Noun:
1. A term originally used to refer to Mary Magdalene, a follower of Jesus Christ mentioned in the New Testament.
- Sample sentence: Many believe that Mary Magdalen was the first to witness the resurrection of Jesus.

2. A woman who has a past history of immoral behavior, synonymous with a prostitute or fallen woman.
- Sample sentence: The protagonist in the novel is a convincing portrayal of a reformed Magdalen seeking redemption.

3. (archaic) A workhouse or reformatory for prostitutes.
- Sample sentence: In the nineteenth century, there were Magdalens established to help the abandoned women of society.

Adjective:
1. Relating to or characteristic of Mary Magdalene.
- Sample sentence: The church organized a Magdalen procession on Easter Sunday.

2. Exhibiting qualities associated with a fallen woman.
- Sample sentence: The play presents a complex and poignant portrayal of the Magdalen character.

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