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الملولب

Root entry · 2 derived lemmas

This root appears to relate to a specific tool used for applying kohl or similar substances. The primary meaning revolves around the applicator itself.

Derived headwords

المَلولَبnoun
  1. 1.
    kohl applicatorclassical

    A tool used for applying kohl or similar cosmetic powders to the eyes.

مِلوَلَبnoun
  1. 1.
    kohl applicatorclassical

    An alternative form or pronunciation for the tool used to apply kohl.

Parallel reading

المَلولَب، بفتح لاميه على مفوعل: المرود.
Al-malūlab, with a fatha on its lam, on the pattern of mafū'al: the kohl applicator.