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What does Genesis 34:8 mean?

Hamor spoke with them, saying, 'My son Shechem is deeply attached to your daughter. Please let him marry her.' Genesis 34:8 - Modern Text Bible

(Hamor tries to negotiate, asking for Dinah to marry Shechem, hoping to make peace through marriage.)