G5142Greektréphei

τρέφει

but perhaps strengthened from the base of g5157 through the idea of convolution); properly, to stiffen, i.e., fatten (by implication, to cherish (with food, etc.), pamper, rear)

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Total Occurrences
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Books
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Old Testament
9
New Testament

Strong’s Definition

but perhaps strengthened from the base of G5157 through the idea of convolution); properly, to stiffen, i.e., fatten (by implication, to cherish (with food, etc.), pamper, rear)

Etymology & Derivation

a primary verb (properly, τρέφω

KJV Usage

bring up, feed, nourish

Detailed Definition

From Thayer’s Greek Lexicon outline.

  • 1.to nourish, support
  • 2.feed
  • 3.to give suck, to fatten
  • 4.to bring up, nurture

See Also

G5157