Strong’s H0255

אֹחַ

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

oach

Pronunciation

oh'-akh

Definition

Falcon, owl

Meaning

a howler, lonesome wild animal

Usage

The Hebrew word "oach" refers to a type of bird, often translated as "falcon" or "owl" in English. It is used in the context of the dietary laws given to the Israelites, where certain birds are listed as unclean and not to be eaten.

Bible references

Isaiah 13:21