Strong’s H3264

יָעוֹר

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

ya`owr

Pronunciation

yah-ore'

Definition

River, Stream, Canal

Meaning

a forest

Usage

The Hebrew word "yaor" primarily refers to a river or stream, often used in the context of the Nile River in Egypt. It can also denote canals or channels, particularly those associated with irrigation or water management in ancient times. The term is frequently used in the context of the plagues of Egypt, where the Nile plays a significant role.