Strong’s H3353

יָקוּשׁ

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

yaquwsh

Pronunciation

yah-KOOSH

Definition

To ensnare, to lay a trap, to catch

Meaning

entangled, a snare, a snarer

Usage

The Hebrew verb "yaqush" primarily means to ensnare or lay a trap. It is often used metaphorically in the Bible to describe the act of setting a trap for someone, either physically or morally. The term conveys the idea of capturing or deceiving someone, often with malicious intent.

Bible references

Psalm 91:3;Proverbs 6:5;Jeremiah 5:26