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vaunt

Meaning of “vaunt”

To boast, exalt oneself, or claim proud credit for an achievement or deliverance.

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KJV context and cross-referencesWebster 1828
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First occurrence: Judges 7:2

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Judges 7:2
And the Lord said unto Gideon, The people that are with thee are too many for me to give the Midianites into their hands, lest Israel vaunt themselves against me, saying, Mine own hand hath saved me.
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The 1611 reading
1611 witness · Judges 7:2 · retained source text

And the LORD said vnto Gideon, The people that are with thee, are too many for me to giue the Midianites into their handes, lest Israel vaunt themselues against mee, saying, Mine owne hand hath saued me.

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Historical definitions

To boast; to make a vain display of one's own worth, attainments or decorations; to talk with vain ostentation; to brag.

Webster 1828 facsimile, volume 2, leaf 875