The Hebrew verb baza means to divide up or plunder, particularly in the context of seizing war spoils. It is closely related to baz (spoil/plunder). The verb carries the sense of aggressive taking — enemies dividing up what was once precious to someone else.
The concept of plundering connects to profound biblical themes of judgment and restoration. The prophets warn that Israel's unfaithfulness would result in being baza — plundered by enemies. Yet the same prophets announce a reversal: God will plunder those who plundered His people (Isaiah 33; Zechariah 2:8–9). The verb also appears in military contexts where God gives the enemy's goods into Israel's hands as covenant blessing.