Reference meaning
Sion
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originally a stronghold captured by David (the 2nd king of the Israelites); above it was built a temple and later the name extended to the whole hill; finally it became a synonym for the city of Jerusalem
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zion
Other meanings
2. noun
Jewish republic in southwestern Asia at eastern end of Mediterranean; formerly part of Palestine
3. noun
an imaginary place considered to be perfect or ideal
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