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decrease

Meaning of “decrease”

To become or be made less.

Definition sources

KJV context and cross-referencesWebster 1828
2 occurrences2 verses2 booksKJV PCE

First occurrence: Psalms 107:38

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Every verse containing “decrease”

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Psalms 107:38
He blesseth them also, so that they are multiplied greatly; and suffereth not their cattle to decrease.
1 word occurrence in this verse
The 1611 reading
1611 witness · Psalms 107:38 · retained source text

He blesseth them also, so that they are multiplied greatly: and suffreth not their cattell to decrease.

John 3:30
He must increase, but I must decrease.
1 word occurrence in this verse
The 1611 reading
1611 witness · John 3:30 · retained source text

Hee must increase, but I must decrease.

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Historical English dictionary sources

Historical definitions

To become less; to be diminished gradually, in extent, bulk, quantity, or amount, or in strength, quality, or excellence.

Webster 1828 facsimile, volume 1, leaf 547