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طهث

Root entry · 1 derived lemma

This root appears to describe a state of mental weakness or deficiency, particularly in contrast to physical strength. It characterizes someone as being feeble-minded or lacking in intellect.

Derived headwords

الطَّهْثَةnoun
  1. 1.
    Feeble-mindednessclassical

    A state of mental weakness or deficiency, characterized by a lack of intellect or sound judgment.

  2. 2.
    Weak-minded personclassical

    An individual who is intellectually weak or foolish, even if physically robust.

Parallel reading

الطهثة الضعيف العقل، وإن كان جسمه قويا
The feeble-minded is weak of intellect, even if his body is strong.
والله أعلم
And God knows best.