Strong's H2179 (Hebrew)[edit | edit source]

Lemma: זָנַב (zânab)

Pronunciation: zaw-nab'

POS: zaw-nab' Morph: v

Exegesis: a primitive root meaning to wag; used only as a denominative from ;

Definition: a primitive root meaning to wag; used only as a denominative from זָנָב; to curtail, i.e. cut off the rear; smite the hindmost.

KJV Usage: smite the hindmost.

Senses[edit | edit source]

• 1. 1) to cut off
• 2. 1a) (Piel) to attack the rear, smite the tail

Cross References[edit | edit source]

• GREEK G2638
• GREEK G2875

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