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العطود

Root entry · 2 derived lemmas

This root describes something that is intense, difficult, or arduous. It can refer to challenging journeys, harsh conditions, or formidable entities. The concept extends to qualities of strength, endurance, and directness.

Derived headwords

عَطُودadjective
  1. 1.
    Intense, arduousboth

    Describing something that is difficult, strenuous, or hard to endure.

  2. 2.
    Fast, swiftclassical

    Referring to a rapid pace, particularly in travel or movement.

  3. 3.
    Clear, well-troddenclassical

    Describing a path that is distinct and easy to follow, allowing one to go wherever they please.

  4. 4.
    Noble, excellentclassical

    Referring to a person of high standing, intelligence, or excellent character.

  5. 5.
    Long, tallclassical

    Describing something that is extended in length or height, such as mountains or days.

  6. 6.
    Sharp, pointedclassical

    Referring to the tip of a spear or similar weapon, indicating it is sharpened or pointed.

  7. 7.
    Abundant, plentifulclassical

    Describing a year that yields abundant crops or resources.

عَمَلَسadjective
  1. 1.
    Intense, arduousclassical

    An alternative descriptor for something that is difficult, strenuous, or hard to endure, often used synonymously with 'عطود'.

Parallel reading

كعملس: الشديد الشاق
Like 'amalasan': the intense, the arduous.
والسير السريع
And the swift journey.
و من الطرق: البين اللاحب يذهب فيه حيثما يشاء
And of paths: the clear, well-trodden one, where one can go wherever they wish.
و من الرجال: النجيب
And of men: the noble one.
و من الجبال والأيام: الطويل
And of mountains and days: the long one.
و من السنان: المذلق
And of spearheads: the sharp one.
و من السنين: الكريت
And of years: the abundant one.
ذهب يوما عطودا: أجمع
He went on an arduous day: meaning, he went all together/completely.