A Timnite was a man from Timnah. The term is used for the father of Samson’s wife.
Definition
A Timnite was a man from Timnah. The term specifically describes Samson’s father-in-law.
Biblical Usage
Samson’s father-in-law is called a Timnite in the account of the conflict with the Philistines.
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
A man of Timnah. Samson’s father-in-law is so styled (Judg. 15:6).
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>tim'-nit (timni Thamnathaios): The father of Samson's wife, a native of Timnah (Jud 15:6).</p>