KJV dictionary & concordance

prey

Meaning of “prey”

1. A person, animal, possession, or spoil seized or pursued to be taken, plundered, or devoured. 2. To seize, plunder, or take by force.

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73 occurrences69 verses18 booksKJV PCE

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First occurrence: Genesis 49:9

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KJV PCE

She also lieth in wait as for a prey, and increaseth the transgressors among men.

1 word occurrence in this verse

The 1611 reading & marginal notes

1611 witness · Proverbs 23:28 · retained source text

She also lyeth in wait as for a pray, and increaseth the transgressours among men.

1611 marginal noteOr, as a robber.

1611 marginal noteChap.7.12.

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