ΣΠΑΝΙΝ, σπανιν
SPANIN, spanin
Sounds Like: spa-NIN
Translations: scarcity, lack, want, a scarcity, a lack, a want
From the root: ΣΠΑΝΙΣ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to a state of scarcity, lack, or want, particularly of necessary provisions or resources. It describes a situation where something is not available in sufficient quantities. It is typically used to indicate a shortage of something.
Inflection: Accusative, Singular, Feminine
Strong’s number: G4709 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Josephus' Antiquities of the Jews
Josephus' The Jewish War
From the same root
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