Cheek Teeth

CHEEK TEETH

(methalle`ah, transposed from malta`ah (only in Psalms 58:6), literally "the biter," "crusher," "molar," "jaw-teeth," "great teeth" (Job 29:17 m; Joel 1:6)).

Figurative:

The word is used as a synonym of reckless strength and cruelty.


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Bibliography Information
Orr, James, M.A., D.D. General Editor. "Entry for 'CHEEK TEETH'". "International Standard Bible Encyclopedia". 1915.