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snare

Meaning of “snare”

1. Figuratively, something that catches, entangles, endangers, or brings a person into bondage or restraint. 2. A trap, noose, or device for catching.

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46 occurrences44 verses19 booksKJV PCE

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First occurrence: Exodus 10:7

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Job 18:8
For he is cast into a net by his own feet, and he walketh upon a snare.
1 word occurrence in this verse
The 1611 reading
1611 witness · Job 18:8 · retained source text

For hee is cast into a net by his owne feete, & he walketh vpon a snare.

Job 18:10
The snare is laid for him in the ground, and a trap for him in the way.
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1611 witness · Job 18:10 · retained source text

The snare is laide for him in the ground, and a trap for him in the way.

1611 marginal noteHeb. hidden.

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