Strong’s G3117

μακρός

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

makros

Pronunciation

mä-krós

Definition

Long, large, far

Meaning

long, distant, far; of long duration.

Usage

In the New Testament, "makros" is used to describe something that is long in duration or extent. It can refer to physical length, time, or metaphorical distance. The term is often used to emphasize the greatness or vastness of something, whether in size, time, or degree.

Bible references

Matthew 23:14;Mark 12:40;Luke 15:13;Luke 19:12;Luke 20:47;Acts 2:39