Strong’s H1643

גֶּרֶשׂ

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

geres

Pronunciation

gheh'-res

Definition

Grain, ground grain, meal

Meaning

a kernel, grain

Usage

The Hebrew word "geres" refers to grain that has been crushed or ground into meal. It is typically used in the context of food preparation, particularly in the making of offerings or bread. The term emphasizes the process of grinding, which transforms whole grain into a usable form for consumption or ritual use.

Bible references

Leviticus 2:14;Leviticus 2:16