מֶ֫מֶר
me.mer
bitterness
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word "מֶ֫מֶר" (me.mer), as defined by Strong's number H4470, refers to "bitterness." This term appears within the semantic domain of "Food & Drink," implying that it can describe a taste or sensation related to food or drink. Given its singular occurrence in the Bible and limited semantic domain, "מֶ֫מֶר" seems to be a relatively specific term used to describe a particular experience or aspect of taste. Its connection to food and drink suggests that it might be used to convey a sense of disappointment or unpleasantness associated with eating or drinking something bitter. Without more context, it is difficult to determine the significance of "מֶ֫מֶר" beyond its literal meaning of bitterness; however, its presence in the Bible indicates that this sensation is likely being referenced in order to convey an idea or emotion.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text