λύκοι
lýkos
Wolf; a large wild canid known for predatory behavior. In literal contexts, refers to the animal (Canis lupus). Figuratively, can describe persons perceived as dangerous, predatory, or threatening to a community, especially in the context of deception or concealed hostility. The primary meaning is the animal itself, with metaphorical usage signifying a person who threatens the wellbeing or cohesion of a group, especially through deceptive or predatory means.
Matthew 7:15 · Word #15
Lexicon G3074
| Lemma | λύκος |
| Transliteration | lýkos |
| Strong's | G3074 |
| Definition | Wolf; a large wild canid known for predatory behavior. In literal contexts, refers to the animal (Canis lupus). Figuratively, can describe persons perceived as dangerous, predatory, or threatening to a community, especially in the context of deception or concealed hostility. The primary meaning is the animal itself, with metaphorical usage signifying a person who threatens the wellbeing or cohesion of a group, especially through deceptive or predatory means. |
Morphology N NOM M PL
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Case | NOM — Nominative — The subject of the sentence |
| Gender | M — Masculine — Grammatical masculine |
| Number | PL — Plural — More than one |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | λύκος |
| Strong's | G3074 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G3074-01
wolves
| Morphological Notes | Noun, nominative masculine plural (Gr,N,,,,,NMP): identifies multiple masculine subjects. |
| Rendering Rationale | The nominative masculine plural form denotes multiple subjects identified as wolves. The rendering preserves the primary root meaning of the animal itself, while allowing for its established figurative sense of predatory or threatening persons. |
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