Greek · G3794 · unreviewed

ὀχύρωμα

A castle (figuratively, argument)

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ὀχύρωμα G3794
Pronunciation ochýrōma

What does ὀχύρωμα (ochýrōma) mean in the Bible?

ὀχύρωμα (ochýrōma) is a Greek word meaning "a castle (figuratively, argument)". ὀχύρωμα, -τος, τό (ὀχυρόω, to fortify, make firm), [in LXX for מִבְצָר, etc.

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Meaning

a castle (figuratively, argument)
Extended definition

(ὀχυρόω, to fortify, make firm), [in LXX for מִבְצָר, etc. ;] a stronghold, fortress (Psa.89:40, Nam.3:12, 14 al.); in LXX and NT, also metaphorically of that in which confidence is placed (Pro.10:29 21:22, al.): 2Co.10:4.

Source: STEPBible TBESG + Abbott-Smith
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Genitive · Plural · Neuter 2 Cor 10:4
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