Strong’s definition
compare G1185 (δελεάζω)); a trick (bait), i.e. (figuratively) wile
KJV gloss list in the source
craft, deceit, guile, subtilty
Derivation recorded by Strong
from an obsolete primary verb, (probably meaning to decoy;
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