KJV dictionary & concordance
1. A cord fitted to a bow. 2. That which binds or restrains movement.
Definition sources
First occurrence: Psalms 11:2
Complete exact-word concordance
For, lo, the wicked bend their bow, they make ready their arrow upon the string, that they may privily shoot at the upright in heart.
For loe, the wicked bende their bow, they make ready their arrow vpon the string: that they may priuily shoote at the vpright in heart.
1611 marginal noteHebr. in darknesse.
And straightway his ears were opened, and the string of his tongue was loosed, and he spake plain.
And straightway his eares were opened, and the string of his tongue was loosed, and he spake plaine.
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Historical English dictionary sources
A small cord, line, or slender band used for fastening, tying, or tension.
