The phrase "Anti-semitism" has specific origins in hating of the Jewish people, regardless of how you parse the etymology of the components. There is no such thing as semitism & "anti-semitism" has never meant hatred of anyone but Jews. It is a phrase CREATED to target Jews.
Where the Word 'Antisemitism' Comes From | My Jewish LearningHatred of Jews has been a feature of world history for centuries. But only in the late 19th century did ...www.myjewishlearning.com