ΛΟΦΩΝ, λοφων
LOPHŌN, lophōn
Sounds Like: LOH-fohn
Translations: of crests, of ridges, of hills, of plumes, of tufts
From the root: ΛΟΦΟΣ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word is the genitive plural form of the noun "λόφος" (lophos). It refers to a crest, ridge, or hill, often specifically the crest of a helmet, a plume, or a tuft of hair. In a general sense, it can denote any elevated or prominent part, such as a hill or a mountain ridge. It is used to indicate possession or origin, for example, 'of the hills' or 'belonging to the crests'.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine
Strong’s number: G3072 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Josephus' The Jewish War
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