καθάπτω

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Definition

καθ-άπτω

[in Sm.: Song of Solomon 1:6 * ;]

1. to fasten on, put upon, with accusative

2. Act. for mid. (cf. Bl., § 53, 3), to lay hold of, attack: with genitive, χειρός, Acts 28:3.

Usage patterns

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Occurrences

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  1. Acts 28:3καθῆψεν · fastened [itself]
    Paul gathered a bundle of sticks, and as he laid them on the fire, a viper, driven out by the heat, fastened itself to his hand.