πελεκίζω

pelekizōVerbG3990

to behead

From: from a derivative of G4141 (πλήσσω) (meaning an axe);

Short Definition

to chop off (the head), i.e. truncate

Full Lexicon Entry

to out off with an axe, esp. to behead: with accusative, (Polyb.).

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

1 time

Appears 1 time in the New Testament. Top books include:

Revelation
1

Key Passages

  • Revelation 20:4

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