Lexical Definition
ἐννεύω enneúō (en-nyoo'-o) to signify G:V
from ἐν and νεύω
make signs.
- to nod at, i.e. beckon or communicate by gesture
Usage: 3 forms in 3 verses
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| ἐνένευον | They were making signs | Luke.1.62 |
| εννεύων | beckoning | LXX.Prov.10.10 |
| εννεύει | beckons | LXX.Prov.6.13 |
Abbott-Smith
ἐν-νεύω [in LXX: Pr 6:13 10:10 (קָרַץ), Si 27:22 A * ;]
to nod to, make a sign to: c. dat. pers., Lk 1:62.†
Abbott-Smith References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| Proverbs | 6:13 · 10:10 |
| Luke | 1:62 |
Liddell-Scott-Jones
ἐννεύω,
nod or make signs to, ἐννεύει με φεύγειν [Refs 5th c.BC+]; ἐ. τινὶ τὸ τί ἂν θέλοι.. ask him by signs what.., [NT]
LSJ Scripture Refs: Luke.1.62