Strong's Greek · G2856
κολοβόω
kolobóō
Definitionto dock, i.e. (figuratively) abridge
Derivationfrom a derivative of the base of G2849 (κολάζω);
KJV usageshorten
Occurrences4 in the KJV · 2 verses
κολοβόω in Scripture
Matthew 24:22
And except those days should be shortened, there should no flesh be saved: but for the elect’s sake those days shall be shortened.
Mark 13:20
And except that the Lord had shortened those days, no flesh should be saved: but for the elect’s sake, whom he hath chosen, he hath shortened the days.