קֶלֶס qeleç
Meaning
a laughing-stock
In the King James Version: derision.
Derivation: from H7046 (קָלַס);
Where it is used
- Psalms 44:13 You have made us a reproach to our neighbors, a mockery and derision to those around us.
- Psalms 79:4 We have become a reproach to our neighbors, a scorn and derision to those around us.
- Jeremiah 20:8 For whenever I speak, I cry out; I proclaim violence and destruction. For the word of the LORD has become to me a reproach and derision all day long.