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ظج

Root entry · 2 derived lemmas

This root primarily describes the act of shouting, particularly in the context of war or distress. It can also refer to a general outcry or clamor.

Derived headwords

ظَجَّverb
  1. 1.
    to cry out in warclassical

    To shout loudly, like a warrior calling out during battle or a person in distress seeking help.

ظَجِيجnoun
  1. 1.
    war cryclassical

    A loud shout or cry, especially one made during warfare.

  2. 2.
    clamorboth

    A loud and confused noise; an uproar.

Parallel reading

صاح في الحرب صياح المستغيث
He cried out in war with the cry of one seeking help.
وبالضاد: في غير الحرب
And with the letter 'ḍād' (ظ): in non-war situations.