Strong’s G214 · Greek

ἀλαλάζω
alalázō

Definition

to vociferate, i.e. (by implication) to wail; figuratively, to clang

Etymology

from ( a shout, "halloo");

Where the KJV renders it

  • tinkle
  • wail

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