Strong's H3218 (Hebrew)[edit | edit source]

Lemma: יֶלֶק (yeleq)

Pronunciation: yeh'-lek

POS: yeh'-lek Morph: n-m

Exegesis: from an unused root meaning to lick up;

Definition: from an unused root meaning to lick up; a devourer; specifically, the young locust; cankerworm, caterpillar.

KJV Usage: cankerworm, caterpillar.

Senses[edit | edit source]

• 1. 1) young locust (early stage of development)
• 2. 1a) caterpillar (as devouring)

Cross References[edit | edit source]

• GREEK G200

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