Strong’s definition
properly, to hiss, i.e. whisper a (magic) spell; generally, to prognosticate
KJV gloss list in the source
[idiom] certainly, divine, enchanter, (use) [idiom] enchantment, learn by experience, [idiom] indeed, diligently observe.
Source pronunciation notation: naw-khash'
Derivation recorded by Strong
a primitive root;
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