Strong's G2998 · Greek
λατομέω
latoméō
Number
G2998
Language
Greek
Original word
λατομέω
Transliteration
latoméō
KJV occurrences
2 verses
Definition
to quarry
KJV: hew
Root / derivation: from the same as the first part of G2991 (λαξευτός) and the base of G5114 (τομώτερος);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered λατομέω across 2 verses.
hewn1×
out1×
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 G2998 (latoméō) mean?
to quarry
How many times does G2998 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2998 (λατομέω) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “hewn.”
How is latoméō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2998 is rendered as “hewn” (1×), “out” (1×).
Where does the Greek word λατομέω come from?
from the same as the first part of G2991 (λαξευτός) and the base of G5114 (τομώτερος);