a member of the people inhabiting Samaria in biblical times
"The ancient text describes how the Samaritans refused to let Jesus stay at their inn because they did not welcome strangers from Judea."
A native, or inhabitant of Samaria; especially one practising the religious traditions originating in that region.
"The stranger stopped to help change my flat tire, proving he was truly a good Samaritan."
a Good Samaritan
Of, or relating to Samaria or Samaritans.
"The ancient text describes how a Samaritan helped an injured traveler on the road between Jerusalem and Jericho."
The ancient language of Samaria: a dialect of Hebrew.
"The linguist translated the fragmented inscription, noting that it was written in Samaritan, an archaic dialect of Hebrew preserved by the community in Mount Gerizim."