Cheek_Teeth

CHEEK TEETH (methalle`ah, transposed from malta`ah (only in Psalms 58:6), literally "the biter," "crusher," "molar," "jaw-teeth," "great teeth" (Job 29:17 m; Joel 1:6)).

Figurative:

The word is used as a synonym of reckless strength and cruelty.

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Bibliography Information

Orr, James, M.A., D.D. General Editor. "Entry for 'CHEEK TEETH'".  "International Standard Bible Encyclopedia".  1915.