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G5142 · τρέφω

tréphō

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Strong’s definition

but perhaps strengthened from the base of G5157 (τροπή) through the idea of convolution); properly, to stiffen, i.e. fatten (by implication, to cherish (with food, etc.), pamper, rear)

KJV gloss list in the source

bring up, feed, nourish

Derivation recorded by Strong

a primary verb (properly, ;

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