γελάω

gelaōVerbG1070

to laugh

From: of uncertain affinity;

Short Definition

to laugh (as a sign of joy or satisfaction)

Full Lexicon Entry

to laugh: fut., γελάσω).
LXX Usage: chiefly for צחק, שׂחק

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

2 times

Appears 2 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Luke
2

Key Passages

  • Luke 6:21
  • Luke 6:25

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