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Meaning of gomer
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gomer (n.)
A Hebrew measure. See Homer.
A conical chamber at the breech of the bore in heavy ordnance, especially in mortars; -- named after the inventor.
gomer Sentence Examples
- The Israelites were punished with exile to Gomer for their idolatry.
- The prophet Hosea was instructed to marry Gomer, a promiscuous woman.
- Gomer's actions symbolized the unfaithfulness of Israel towards God.
- Despite Gomer's infidelity, Hosea's love for her represented God's love for his people.
- Gomer ultimately returned to Hosea, symbolizing Israel's potential for restoration.
- The term "gomer" is sometimes used to refer to someone who is inattentive or foolish.
- In slang, a "gomer" can also mean a person who is injured or sick.
- The slang term "gomer" is thought to have originated from the medical profession to describe someone who was comatose.
- The word "gomer" has also been used to describe a large or bulky object, such as a pot or kettle.
- In some religious contexts, "gomer" is used to describe a basin or bowl used for baptismal purposes.
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A Hebrew measure. See Homer., A conical chamber at the breech of the bore in heavy ordnance, especially in mortars; -- named after the inventor.
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The Israelites were punished with exile to Gomer for their idolatry.
The prophet Hosea was instructed to marry Gomer, a promiscuous woman.
Gomer's actions symbolized the unfaithfulness of Israel towards God.
Despite Gomer's infidelity, Hosea's love for her represented God's love for his people.
