Snake, reptile

G3789
Greek
UBS
ὄφις
óphisof'-is
Noun Masculine

Definition

long legless reptile; no eyelids or external ears; moves by wriggling or gliding; some species have a poisonous bite; symbol of lurking, unexpected danger; associated with lies, deception, and misleading teaching

Semantic Domains

Animals
Moral and Ethical Qualities and Related Behavior

Etymology

probably from G3700 (ὀπτάνομαι) (through the idea of sharpness of vision);

KJV Translations

serpent

Occurrences14
Frequency Rank#842

Verse Usage

This word appears 14 times in the Bible. Verse examples coming soon.