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H1730
דּוֹד
dôwd
Pronunciation: dode
Definition
(figuratively) to love; by implication, a love-token, lover, friend; specifically an uncle
KJV Renderings
(well-) beloved, father's brother, love, uncle.
Word Analysis
EN: (figuratively) to love; by implication
Etymology: or (shortened) דֹּד; from an unused root meaning properly, to boil, i.e.