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موع

Root entry · 2 derived lemmas

This root primarily concerns the concept of melting, dissolving, or becoming liquid, especially when subjected to heat. It can also extend to the idea of being consumed or depleted.

Derived headwords

مَاعَverb
  1. 1.
    meltedboth

    To melt or become liquid, especially when exposed to heat. This is the primary meaning associated with metals and other substances.

  2. 2.
    dissolvedboth

    To dissolve or break down, losing its form or structure. This can apply to substances in liquids or to abstract concepts.

مَوْعnoun
  1. 1.
    meltingboth

    The act or process of melting or becoming liquid.

Parallel reading

ماع الفضة والصفر في النار: ذاب.
Silver and brass melted in the fire: they dissolved.