tim·o·thy ˈti-mə-thē 
: a European perennial grass (Phleum pratense) that has long cylindrical spikes and is widely grown for hay in the U.S.
Tim·o·thy ˈti-mə-thē
1
: a disciple of the apostle Paul
2
: either of two letters written with regard to pastoral care in the early church and included as books in the New Testament
see Bible Table
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“Timothy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/dictionary/timothy. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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timothy
1 of 2 noun
tim·o·thy ˈtim-ə-thē
: a European grass that has long cylinder-shaped spikes and is widely grown in the U.S. for hay
Timothy
2 of 2 noun
Tim·o·thy ˈtim-ə-thē
: either of two letters written with regard to pastoral care in the early church and included as books in the New Testament
see bible
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