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الزبرجد

Root entry · 2 derived lemmas

This root primarily refers to a precious gemstone, specifically the emerald. It can also be used as a title or epithet for someone of great beauty.

Derived headwords

الزَّبَرْجَدnoun
  1. 1.
    emeraldboth

    A precious gemstone, known for its green color. It is a variety of beryl.

  2. 2.
    epithet for beautyclassical

    A title or nickname given to someone, particularly a man, to signify exceptional beauty or handsomeness.

زَبَرْجَدِيّadjective
  1. 1.
    emerald-likeboth

    Resembling an emerald in color, quality, or appearance.

Parallel reading

الزَّبَرْجَد: جوهر م
The Zabarjad: a precious stone, masculine.
ولقب به قيس بن حسان لجماله
And Qais bin Hassan was nicknamed by it for his beauty.