צִפֹּרֶן
Properly, a claw , i.e. (human) nail ; also the point of a style (or pen, tipped with adamant)
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What does צִפֹּרֶן (ṣipōren) mean in the Bible?
צִפֹּרֶן (ṣipōren) is a Hebrew word meaning "properly, a claw , i.e. (human) nail ; also the point of a style (or pen, tipped with adamant)". properly, a claw, i.
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Meaning
Hard pointed extremity—whether animal claw, human nail, or stylus tip—emphasizing sharpness and durability.
properly, a claw, i.e. (human) nail; also the point of a style (or pen, tipped with adamant) BDB: nail Usage: nail, point.
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