H2480 חָלַט châlaṭ → Root
4 languagesRoot of the חלט châlaṭ family (1 member).
To seize or snatch, typically in a sudden or forceful manner. In biblical usage, refers especially to the act of laying hold of something quickly, often with the implication of claiming or taking for oneself; may include the sense of stripping or pulling away (e.g., clothing, possessions) from another.
Etymology
From the root חלט, meaning to snatch or seize. Limited to rare occurrences in biblical Hebrew, but shares conceptual similarity with other roots involving forcible or sudden taking (cf. חטף). The root is not widely attested outside biblical context.