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H8565
תַּן
tan
Definition
a monster (as preternaturally formed), i.e. a sea-serpent (or other huge marine animal); also a jackal (or other hideous land animal)
KJV Renderings
dragon, whale. Compare H8577 (תַּנִּין).
Word Analysis
EN: a monster (as preternaturally formed)
Etymology: from an unused root probably meaning to elongate;