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الكنثب

Root entry · 5 derived lemmas

This root primarily describes qualities of hardness, intensity, and solidity. It also extends to describe a specific type of loose, flowing sand.

Derived headwords

الكُنْثَبnoun
  1. 1.
    Solid, strongboth

    Referring to something that is firm, robust, and unyielding in its structure or nature.

كُنْثَبnoun
  1. 1.
    Solid, strongboth

    An adjective describing a person or thing as solid, strong, and intense.

قُنْفُذnoun
  1. 1.
    Hedgehogboth

    A small, spiny mammal known for its ability to roll into a ball when threatened. This word is used as an example of a similar pattern of sounds.

عَلَابِطnoun
  1. 1.
    Large, stout personclassical

    A term for a person who is large and stout, often implying a robust build. This word is used as an example of a similar pattern of sounds.

الكُنْثَابnoun
  1. 1.
    Flowing sandclassical

    Sand that is loose and easily shifts or flows, often found in desert areas.

Parallel reading

الصلب الشديد
The solid, intense.
الرمل المنهال
The flowing sand.