ΓΟΜΦΙΑΣΕΙΣ, γομφιασεις
GOMPHIASEIS, gomphiaseis
Sounds Like: gom-fee-AH-sis
Translations: gnash, grind, clench, set (the teeth)
From the root: ΓΟΜΦΙΑΩ
Part of Speech: Verb
Explanation: This word is a verb meaning 'to gnash the teeth', 'to grind the teeth', or 'to clench the teeth'. It describes the action of pressing or rubbing the teeth together, often as an expression of pain, anger, or frustration. It is typically used in contexts where someone is experiencing distress or regret.
Inflection: Future, Active, Indicative, Second Person Singular
Instances
Codex Sinaiticus
- Sirach — 30:10
Swete's Recension of the Greek Septuagint
- Sirach — 30:10
From the same root
No other words from the same root, ΓΟΜΦΙΑΩ, appear in our texts.
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