GREEK

τρέφω G5142

tréphō

Definition

but perhaps strengthened from the base of G5157 (τροπή) through the idea of convolution); properly, to stiffen, i.e. fatten (by implication, to cherish (with food, etc.), pamper, rear)

Derivation

a primary verb (properly, ;

King James Version Usage

bring up, feed, nourish