Greek · G4083 · unreviewed

πῆχυς

Cubit/hour

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πῆχυς G4083
Pronunciation pēchys

What does πῆχυς (pēchys) mean in the Bible?

πῆχυς (pēchys) is a Greek word meaning "cubit/hour". πῆχυς, -εως genitive pl.

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Meaning

cubit/hour
Extended definition
1the forearm (Hom.).
2As a measure of length, a cubit: Mat.6:27, Luk.12:25, Jhn.21:8, Rev.21:17.
Source: STEPBible TBESG + Abbott-Smith
Grammatical Forms

How this word appears across different grammatical cases and numbers.

Genitive · Plural · Masculine John 21:8 · Rev 21:17
Accusative · Singular · Masculine Matt 6:27 · Luke 12:25
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