Strong’s G4657 · Greek

σκύβαλον
skýbalon

Definition

what is thrown to the dogs, i.e. refuse (ordure)

Etymology

neuter of a presumed derivative of G1519 (εἰς) and G2965 (κύων) and G906 (βάλλω);

Where the KJV renders it

  • dung

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