Strong's G1846 · Greek
ἐξορύσσω
exorýssō
Number
G1846
Language
Greek
Original word
ἐξορύσσω
Transliteration
exorýssō
KJV occurrences
2 verses
Definition
to dig out, i.e. (by extension) to extract (an eye), remove (roofing)
KJV: break up, pluck out
Root / derivation: from G1537 (ἐκ) and G3736 (ὀρύσσω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐξορύσσω across 2 verses.
out1×
up1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1846 (exorýssō) mean?
to dig out, i.e. (by extension) to extract (an eye), remove (roofing)
How many times does G1846 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1846 (ἐξορύσσω) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “out.”
How is exorýssō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1846 is rendered as “out” (1×), “up” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἐξορύσσω come from?
from G1537 (ἐκ) and G3736 (ὀρύσσω);