Strong’s definition
a phantom, i.e. (figuratively) illusion, resemblance; hence, a representative figure, especially an idol
KJV gloss list in the source
image, vain shew.
Source pronunciation notation: tseh'-lem
Derivation recorded by Strong
from an unused root meaning to shade;
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