Strong’s G1851 · Greek

ἐξοχή
exochḗ

Definition

prominence (figuratively)

Etymology

from a compound of G1537 (ἐκ) and G2192 (ἔχω) (meaning to stand out);

Where the KJV renders it

  • principal

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