Strong's H1572 (Hebrew)[edit | edit source]

Lemma: גָּמָא (gâmâʼ)

Pronunciation: gaw-maw'

POS: gaw-maw' Morph: v

Exegesis: a primitive root (literally or figuratively) to absorb

Definition: a primitive root (literally or figuratively) to absorb; to absorb; swallow, drink.

KJV Usage: swallow, drink.

Senses[edit | edit source]

• 1. 1) to swallow (liquids)
• 2. 1a) (Piel) to swallow
• 3. 1b) (Hiphil) to drink

Cross References[edit | edit source]

• GREEK G853
• GREEK G4222

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