Strong’s H1708

דַּבֶּשֶׁת

Part of speech

Proper Name Location

Transliteration

Dabbesheth

Pronunciation

dab-beh'-sheth

Definition

Hump, back

Meaning

Dabbesheth

Usage

The term "Dabbesheth" is used in the Hebrew Bible to refer to the "hump" or "back" of an animal, particularly a camel. It signifies the prominent, raised part of the animal's back, which is a distinctive feature of camels, known for storing fat and water, enabling them to survive in arid environments.

Bible references

Joshua 19:11