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Stomacher
(Isa. 3:24), an article of female attire, probably some sort of girdle around the breast.
Also from Smith's (1884) +−
The Hebrew word so translated, (Isaiah 3:24) describes some article of female attire, the character of which is a mere matter of conjecture.
In the Bible
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Verses where Stomacher is named. Berean Standard Bible (public domain).
- Isaiah 3:24
Instead of fragrance there will be a stench; instead of a belt, a rope; instead of styled hair, baldness; instead of fine clothing, sackcloth; instead of beauty, shame.
Scripture on Stomacher
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Stomacher references
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Sources · Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897) · Smith's Bible Dictionary (1884)
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