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ὑπωπιάζω

hypōpiázōGreek · G5299

Derivation

from a compound of G5259 (ὑπό) and a derivative of G3700 (ὀπτάνομαι);

Meaning

to hit under the eye (buffet or disable an antagonist as a pugilist), i.e. (figuratively) to tease or annoy (into compliance), subdue (one's passions)

In the King James Version

keep under, weary

Translated as

weary (1), under (1)

Where it appears

Found in 2 verses

Luke
18:5
1 Corinthians
9:27

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