noun
an English translation of the Bible published in 1611
• Syn: ↑King James Version, ↑King James Bible
• Instance Hypernyms:
↑Bible, ↑Christian Bible, ↑Book, ↑Good Book, ↑Holy Scripture, ↑Holy Writ, ↑Scripture, ↑Word of God, ↑Word
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an English version of the Bible that was translated in 1611 on the instructions of King James I of England
Culture:
The Authorized Version became the main English version of the Bible. In the 20th century more modern translations were made, but some ↑Anglican churches continue to use the Authorized Version, and many people still prefer its old-fashioned language.
Useful english dictionary. 2012.