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الهربع

Root entry · 1 derived lemma

This root pertains to lightness and swiftness, particularly in the context of stealthy movement. It is used to describe individuals or animals that are quick and elusive, often associated with thievery or predatory behavior.

Derived headwords

الهِرْبِعnoun
  1. 1.
    light thiefclassical

    A thief who is light and swift, capable of moving quickly and stealthily.

  2. 2.
    light wolfclassical

    A wolf that is light and swift, known for its speed and elusiveness.

Parallel reading

الهربع، بالباء الموحدة، كعصفر: الخفيف من اللصوص والذئاب.
Al-hirbi', with the unified ba', like 'usfur: the light one among thieves and wolves.