חָח

Strong’s Definition

a ring for the nose (or lips)

Etymology & Derivation

once (Ezekiel 29:4) חָחִי; from the same as H2336 (חוֹחַ);

KJV Usage

bracelet, chain, hook.

Detailed Definition

From the Brown–Driver–Briggs (BDB) Hebrew lexicon outline.

• 1.hook, ring, fetter, brooch
• 2.hook, ring (in nose of captive)
• 3.hook, ring (as jewellery)

Scholarly Notes

Transliteration: châch; Pronunciation: khawkh