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Gabriel

Definition:

Gabriel is a given name originating from Hebrew and means "God is my strength." It is a name often associated with masculine identity.

Usage:

As a proper noun:

- Gabriel is a popular given name for boys across various cultures.

- Saint Gabriel is an archangel mentioned in the Bible and is considered a messenger of God.

- Gabriel García Márquez was a renowned Colombian author and Nobel Prize winner.

As a common noun:

- "Gabriel" can also refer to a trumpet in musical terminology.

- In Catholic tradition, "Gabriel" is a term used to refer to a particular prayer, the "Hail Mary."

Examples:

Proper noun:

1. His name is Gabriel, and he comes from a family of musicians.
2. Saint Gabriel is celebrated on March 24th.
3. Gabriel García Márquez's novel "One Hundred Years of Solitude" is a literary masterpiece.

Common noun:

1. The musician played a beautiful tune on his Gabriel.
2. Let us pray to the Virgin Mary with the recitation of the Gabriel.

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