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جمل

Root entry · 2 derived lemmas

This root primarily relates to the camel, encompassing its physical characteristics, its movement, and its use. It also extends to concepts of largeness, bulkiness, and grandeur, often associated with the camel's imposing stature.

Derived headwords

جَمَلnoun
  1. 1.
    camelboth

    A large, long-necked mammal of the genus Camelus, known for its humps and ability to survive in arid conditions.

  2. 2.
    large, bulky thingclassical

    Figuratively, something large, massive, or imposing, drawing a comparison to the size of a camel.

جَمَلٌ شِرْنَاضٌnoun
  1. 1.
    tall, long-necked camelclassical

    A specific description of a camel characterized by its tall stature and elongated neck.

Parallel reading

جمل شرناض: ضخم طويل العنق.
A tall, long-necked camel: large and long-necked.