Strong’s G2619

κατακαλύπτω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

katakaluptó

Pronunciation

kat-ak-al-OOP-to

Definition

To cover, to veil

Meaning

I veil, cover the head.

Usage

The verb κατακαλύπτω means to cover or to veil something, often implying a complete or thorough covering. In the New Testament, it is used in the context of covering one's head, particularly in relation to cultural practices of modesty and propriety during worship.

Bible references

1 Corinthians 11:6;1 Corinthians 11:6;1 Corinthians 11:7