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ستع

Root entry · 2 derived lemmas

This root pertains to the concept of speed, swiftness, and rapid movement. It describes something or someone that is quick, fast, and proceeds with great alacrity.

Derived headwords

مُسْتَعadjective
  1. 1.
    swift, fastboth

    Describing a person or thing that is quick and rapid in its movement or action.

مُسَدَّعadjective
  1. 1.
    swift, fastclassical

    Similar to 'musta'in', indicating great speed and alacrity.

Parallel reading

رجل مستع أي سريع ماض كمسدع
A swift man, meaning one who is fast and proceeds, like one who is 'musadda'.