Dictionary entry

G05009

Strong's Greek Bible Dictionary

ταμεῖον

tamei'on

tameion

{tam-i'-on}

neuter contraction of a presumed derivative of tamias (a dispenser or distributor; akin to temno, to cut); a dispensary or magazine, i.e. a chamber on the ground-floor or interior of an Oriental house (generally used for storage or privacy, a spot for retirement):--secret chamber, closet, storehouse.