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القنقل

Root entry · 1 derived lemma

This root primarily relates to concepts of largeness, heaviness, and solidity. It describes large measures, heavy footsteps, and can also refer to a specific type of crown.

Derived headwords

القِنْقِلnoun
  1. 1.
    Large measureclassical

    A large, substantial measure or container, often used for dry goods.

  2. 2.
    Heavy personclassical

    A man who walks with heavy, ponderous steps.

  3. 3.
    Crownclassical

    A specific type of crown, notably associated with the Persian king Khosrow.

Parallel reading

المكيال الضخم
The large measure
الرجل الثقيل الوطء
The man heavy of foot
اسم تاج لكسرى
The name of a crown for Khosrow