Strong’s H1491

גָּזָה

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

gazah

Pronunciation

gah-ZAH

Definition

To cut off, shear

Meaning

to cut off, portion out

Usage

The Hebrew verb "gazah" primarily means "to cut off" or "to shear." It is often used in the context of shearing sheep, which was a common agricultural practice in ancient Israel. The term can also metaphorically imply cutting off or removing something, often in a decisive or complete manner.

Bible references

Psalm 71:6