2228. Strong's Dictionary Study
2228. e {ay}; a primary particle of distinction between two
connected terms; disjunctive, or; comparative, than: --and, but
(either), (n-)either, except it be, (n-)or (else), rather, save,
than, that, what, yea. Often used in connection with other
particles. Compare especially 2235, 2260, 2273.[ql
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