Strong’s H3931
לָעַב
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
la`ab
Pronunciation
lah-ab
Definition
To burn, to kindle
Meaning
to deride
Usage
The Hebrew verb "laab" primarily means "to burn" or "to kindle." It is used in the context of igniting a fire or causing something to burn. This term can be applied both literally, as in the burning of physical objects, and metaphorically, as in the burning of emotions or passions.
Bible references
2 Chronicles 36:16