חָשַׁק
châshaq
Modern Summary of Strong’s Concordance (1890)
The word "châshaq" primarily means to cling to or join closely, often used figuratively to express love or deep delight in something. It can also imply strong desire or attachment. In some contexts, it may suggest being set in love or longing for something.
to cling, i.e. join, (figuratively) to love, delight in; elliptically; to deliver
The Hebrew word châshaq means "to cling, i.e. join, (figuratively) to love, delight in; elliptically; to deliver," encompassing related ideas including have a delight, desire, fillet, long.
Lexical data derived from Strong's Exhaustive Concordance. See full disclaimer
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