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القمعوث

Root entry · 3 derived lemmas

This root appears to be a rare or possibly nonce formation, primarily used to define a specific type of man.

Derived headwords

القَمَعُوثnoun
  1. 1.
    effeminate manclassical

    A man who is effeminate or lacks manly spirit, often implying a lack of jealousy regarding his women.

زَنَبُورnoun
  1. 1.
    waspboth

    A stinging insect known for its aggressive nature and distinct markings.

الدَّيُّوثnoun
  1. 1.
    cuckoldboth

    A man whose wife is unfaithful, especially one who is aware of and permits it.

Parallel reading

القمعوث، كزنبور: الديوث.
Al-Qama'uth, like a wasp: the cuckold.