Strong’s H1479

גּוּף

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

guwph

Pronunciation

goof

Definition

Body, Corpse

Meaning

to hollow, arch, close, to shut

Usage

The Hebrew word "guph" primarily refers to a physical body or corpse. It is used in the context of describing the human body, often emphasizing its physicality and mortality. The term can denote both living bodies and dead bodies, depending on the context.

Bible references

Nehemiah 7:3