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H1354
גַב
gab
Definition
the back (as rounded); by analogy, the top or rim, a boss, a vault, arch of eye, bulwarks, etc.
KJV Renderings
back, body, boss, eminent (higher) place, (eye) brows, nave, ring.
Word Analysis
EN: the back (as rounded); by analogy
Etymology: from an unused root meaning to hollow or curve; (compare H1460 (גֵּו) and H1479 (גּוּף))