Lâshan — H3960

Definition

verb

to wag the tongue, i.e. to calumniate

1. to use the tongue, slander
1. (Poel) to slander
2. (Piel) to slander
3. (Hiphil) to accuse

Usually translated as

accuse, slander

Origin

a primitive root; properly, to lick; but used only as a denominative from H3956

• Derived from Lâshôwn (H3956)

Greek equivalents

• katalaléō (G2635)
• paradídōmi (G3860)

Occurrences

Lâshan occurs 2 times in the King James.

Distribution of the word across the Bible: Psalms (1), Proverbs (1)

• Psalms 101:5 — Whoso privily slandereth (מְלָשְׁנִ֬י) his neighbour, him will I cut off: him that hath an high look and a proud heart will not I suffer.
• Proverbs 30:10 — Accuse (תַּלְשֵׁ֣ן) not a servant unto his master, lest he curse thee, and thou be found guilty.