ἐπιχέω
epicheō
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G:V
Greek
to pour on/over
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epicheo describes pouring oil and wine onto a wounded person's injuries.
The attested use describes applying liquid onto wounds: in Luke 10:34, the participle occurs as the injured man is being treated with oil and wine.
Senses in use
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Applying liquids to wounds · dominant
In Luke 10:34, ἐπιχέων is a present active participle in the action of binding wounds; the APB renders the clause "pouring on olive oil and wine."
In the Anselm Project Bible: In Luke 10:34, the APB presents the action as "pouring on olive oil and wine." This wording confirms the clause's action rather than isolating every element of the Greek form.