Original Word: חָגוֹר
Part of Speech: Proper Name Masculine
Transliteration: chagowr
Pronunciation: khaw-gore'
Phonetic Spelling: (khag-ore')
Definition: Belt, Girdle
Meaning: a belt

Word Origin: Derived from the root חָגַר (chagar), meaning "to gird" or "to bind."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for "chagowr" is ζώνη (zōnē), Strong's Greek #2223, which also means belt or girdle.

Usage: The term "chagowr" refers to a belt or girdle, a piece of clothing used to secure garments around the waist. In biblical times, it was an essential part of a person's attire, serving both practical and symbolic purposes. It was used to hold up garments for ease of movement, especially in preparation for work or battle.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, the girdle or belt was a significant garment. It was often made of leather or cloth and could be simple or ornate, depending on the wearer's status. The act of girding oneself was symbolic of readiness and strength, often associated with preparation for action, whether for work, travel, or warfare. The girdle also had a role in priestly garments, signifying service and dedication.

חֲגוֺר noun [masculine] belt, gridle (distinct from אֵזוֺר waist-cloth, Che^{Jer, in Pulpit Comm. (1883) 333}; Jerem^{Life and Times (1888) 161} RS^{JQ Jan. 1892, 289 ff.}) — חֲגוֺר for sword 2 Samuel 20:8 (yet read probably חָגוּר, Th We Klo Dr), compare 1 Samuel 18:4; article of commerce Proverbs 31:24 (collective? or of a richly adorned girdle?).

חֲגוֺרָה noun feminine girdle, loin-covering, belt — חֲגוֺרָה Isaiah 3:24; חֲגֹרָה 2 Samuel 18:11; 2 Kings 3:21; suffix חֲגֹרָתוֺ 1 Kings 2:5; Plural חֲגֹרֹת Genesis 3:7; — girdle, loin-covering Genesis 3:7 (J); as article of women's dress Isaiah 3:24; belt of warrior 1 Kings 2:5; 2 Kings 3:21 (׳חֹגֵר ח), compare 2 Samuel 18:11. — On חֲג֖וֺרָה Isaiah 32:11 see חְגַר 1

apron, armor, girdle

Or chagor {khag-ore'}; and (feminine) chagowrah {khag-o-raw'}; or chagorah {khag-o-raw'}; from chagar; a belt (for the waist) -- apron, armour, gird(-le).

see HEBREW chagar

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