in Spanish history, a Jew who converted to the Christian faith to escape persecution but who continued to practice Judaism secretly. It was a term ... [7 related articles] Found on http://www.britannica.com/eb/a-z/m/39
Spanish or Portuguese Jew who, during the 14th and 15th centuries, converted to Christianity but continued to adhere secretly to Judaism and carry out Jewish rites. During the Spanish Inquisition... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20688
Conversonoun (medieval Spain) a Jew or Moor who converted to Christianity (especially those who professed conversion in order to avoid persecution but continued to practice their religion secretly) Found on https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20974
A Jewish convert to Catholicism in medieval Spain or a descendent of a convert. This derogatory term is derived from the Spanish word for swine and implies that the conversion was not complete. Found on https://www.familysearch.org/wiki/en/Jewish_Glossary