σκώληξ

skōlēxNoun (Masculine)G4663

worm

From: of uncertain derivation;

Short Definition

a grub, maggot or earth-worm

Full Lexicon Entry

a worm: of the kind which preys upon dead bodies, metaphorically, of fut. punishment, (LXX; cf., ).
LXX Usage: chiefly for תּוֹלָע and cogn. forms

Grammar

Part of Speech Noun (Masculine)

Morphology G:N-M

DescriptionGreek Noun, Masculine

Occurrences

3 times

Appears 3 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Mark
3

Key Passages

  • Mark 9:44
  • Mark 9:46
  • Mark 9:48

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