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κρατέω
krateō
Basic Gloss
krateō is a Greek word meaning "to use strength, i.e. seize or retain (literally or figuratively)", encompassing ideas like hold, keep, lay hand on, obtain.
to use strength, i.e. seize or retain (literally or figuratively)
The Greek word krateō means "to use strength, i.e. seize or retain (literally or figuratively)," encompassing related ideas including hold, keep, lay hand on, obtain.
Lexical data derived from Strong's Exhaustive Concordance. See full disclaimer
Word DNA
Origin
This word acts as a root form.
Meaning Layers
This word carries distinct senses across different contexts.
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