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Jason

ja·son

UK/ˈdʒeɪsən/ US/ˈdʒeɪsʌn/ common

noun

1.

(Greek mythology) the husband of Medea and leader of the Argonauts who sailed in quest of the Golden Fleece

Origin

From the Ancient Greek Ἰάσων (Iásōn), from ἰάομαι (iáomai, “I heal”). The Jason mentioned in the New Testament (Acts 17:5-9, Romans 16:21) is probably a Greek rendering of Joshua.

Phrases

  • Jason mask

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