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الضغت

Root entry · 2 derived lemmas

This root pertains to the act of chewing or grinding with the molars and incisors. It describes a forceful and thorough mastication, often implying a strong bite or pressure.

Derived headwords

ضَغَتَverb
  1. 1.
    to chew forcefullyboth

    To chew or grind something with the incisors and molars, applying significant pressure.

ضَغْطnoun
  1. 1.
    chewingboth

    The act of chewing or grinding forcefully with the teeth.

  2. 2.
    pressureclassical

    A strong force applied by biting or grinding.

Parallel reading

الضغت: اللوك بالأنياب والنواجذ.
Al-ḍaght: Chewing with the incisors and molars.