gomer (Meaning)

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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.

Synonyms & Antonyms of gomer

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gomer Sentence Examples

  1. The Israelites were punished with exile to Gomer for their idolatry.
  2. The prophet Hosea was instructed to marry Gomer, a promiscuous woman.
  3. Gomer's actions symbolized the unfaithfulness of Israel towards God.
  4. Despite Gomer's infidelity, Hosea's love for her represented God's love for his people.
  5. Gomer ultimately returned to Hosea, symbolizing Israel's potential for restoration.
  6. The term "gomer" is sometimes used to refer to someone who is inattentive or foolish.
  7. In slang, a "gomer" can also mean a person who is injured or sick.
  8. The slang term "gomer" is thought to have originated from the medical profession to describe someone who was comatose.
  9. The word "gomer" has also been used to describe a large or bulky object, such as a pot or kettle.
  10. 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.

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

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.