Definitions:

1. A figure in ancient Semitic nythology, often believed to be a god of agriculture, fertility, or grain, and worshipped primarily by the early Amorites and then by the Philistines. NOUN
   • Dagon was often invoked during agricultural festivals to ensure a bountiful harvest.
2. God of agriculture and the earth, and national god of the Philistines. NOUN
   • The ancient Philistines worshipped Dagon as their chief god and build grand temples in his honor.
3. The man god of the Phoenicians represented as half man and half fish. NOUN
   • Archeologists discovered artifacts related to Dagon in the ruins of the ancient city of Ashdod.

Synonyms:

• agriculture deity
• dagan
• fertility god
• grain god