Strong’s G1688 · Greek

ἐμβιβάζω
embibázō

Definition

causative of G1684 (ἐμβαίνω)); to place on, i.e. transfer (aboard a vessel)

Etymology

from G1722 (ἐν) and (to mount;

Where the KJV renders it

  • put in

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