ΛΟΧΑΓΟΣ, λοχαγος
LOCHAGOS, lochagos
Sounds Like: lo-kha-GOS
Translations: captain, a captain, centurion, a centurion, commander, a commander
From the root: ΛΟΧΑΓΟΣ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to a military officer, specifically a captain or centurion, who commands a company of soldiers. It is a compound word derived from 'λοχος' (lochos), meaning 'a company of soldiers' or 'an ambush', and 'αγω' (ago), meaning 'to lead'. Thus, it literally means 'leader of a company'. In the Roman military context, it often refers to a centurion, who commanded a century (around 80-100 men).
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Strong’s number: G3029 (Lookup on BibleHub)
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