ἆσσον âsson

Meaning

more nearly, i.e. very near

In the King James Version: close

Derivation: neuter comparative of the base of G1451 (ἐγγύς);

Where it is used

• Acts 27:13 When a gentle south wind began to blow, they thought they had their opportunity. So they weighed anchor and sailed along, hugging the coast of Crete.