ΜΕΝἈΣΘΜΑ, μενἀσθμα
MENASTHMA, menasthma
Sounds Like: men-AS-thma
Translations: panting, gasping, a panting, a gasping
From the root: ΜΕΝἈΣΘΜΑ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to the act of panting or gasping, often due to exertion or difficulty breathing. It describes a rapid, labored breathing. It is a compound word, likely formed from 'μέν' (indeed, truly) and 'ἄσθμα' (panting, shortness of breath), emphasizing the act of panting.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Instances
Josephus' The Jewish War
- Book Four — 3:2
From the same root
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