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language

Meaning of “language”

1. An ordered form of speech and words used and understood by a people. 2. A particular tongue, vocabulary, or manner of expression. 3. A people or group sharing a language.

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KJV context and cross-referencesCawdrey 1604
27 occurrences22 verses11 booksKJV PCE

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First occurrence: Genesis 11:1

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Jeremiah 5:15
Lo, I will bring a nation upon you from far, O house of Israel, saith the Lord: it is a mighty nation, it is an ancient nation, a nation whose language thou knowest not, neither understandest what they say.
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1611 witness · Jeremiah 5:15 · retained source text

Loe, I will bring a nation vpon you from farre, O house of Israel, saith the LORD: it is a mighty nation, it is an ancient nation, a nation whose language thou knowest not, neither vnderstandest what they say.

1611 marginal noteDeut. 28.49. cha. 1.15. and 6.22.

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