Al-Qamus al-Muhit (Firuzabadi, d. 817H)

The root بسطه (basṭa) primarily relates to the concept of spreading, extending, and widening. This encompasses physical spreading of objects, extending limbs, expanding space, and metaphorically, extending favor, generosity, or authority. It also covers concepts of spaciousness, abundance, and openness.

This root appears to relate to the concept of hastening or rushing. It is noted as an Iraqi dialectal and disfavored usage.

This root primarily concerns the concept of expansion, spreading out, and extending. It can refer to physical extension in space, the widening of a surface, or the increase in quantity or scope of something. It also encompasses the idea of generosity and abundance.

The root 'بط' primarily relates to the concept of cutting or splitting, particularly in the context of wounds or containers. It also extends to terms for animals like ducks and geese, and various derived nouns and adjectives describing objects, qualities, and places.

This root primarily describes the middle or lowest part of a valley, often referring to its soft, fertile ground. It also has an idiomatic usage related to deep knowledge or capability.

This root primarily concerns the act of slaughtering or cutting, extending metaphorically to extreme ignorance, committing reprehensible acts, speaking falsely, and exceeding one's capabilities. It also encompasses concepts of distance, removal, and escape.

This root primarily describes shortness or being stunted in stature. It also refers to a specific object, the dung beetle's ball.

This root primarily relates to concepts of gathering, dividing, and rapid movement. It encompasses terms for household goods, portions of fruit, and actions like ascending, hurrying, rebuking, and separating. It also touches on the gradual acquisition of information.

This root primarily relates to flat, paved surfaces, particularly floors made of stone or brick. It extends to concepts of flatness, paving, and by extension, destitution or being stripped bare. It also encompasses a specific type of tree and its fruit.

This root primarily describes shortness or being short. It also extends to refer to a specific type of bird.

This root refers to a type of stone or mineral, specifically a substance resembling marble but softer and more brittle. It is a descriptive term for a particular geological material.

This root appears to relate to the act of weaving and the profession of a weaver. It specifically defines a person who engages in this craft.

This root primarily relates to places and geographical features, specifically a location in Egypt and mountains near Medina. It also describes a state of poverty after wealth and humility after honor.

This root pertains to a specific type of rice dish cooked with milk and ghee. It originates from Indian cuisine and is known by a particular name.

This root primarily relates to concepts of mud, mire, and stagnant water. It also extends to meanings of foolishness, stupidity, and decay, particularly the putrefaction of meat.

This root primarily concerns the concepts of hindering, delaying, and stopping someone or something. It also extends to meanings of slowness, weakness, and foolishness, as well as physical states like swelling or persistent illness.

This root appears to be very limited in its usage, primarily referring to a specific type of plant. Its derivatives are not commonly found in classical or modern Arabic dictionaries.

This root entry appears to be a proper noun, specifically referring to a tribal group or a place name. It does not seem to have broader semantic extensions or derived meanings commonly found in classical Arabic roots.

This root primarily relates to concepts of criticism, defect, and heaviness. It encompasses actions of finding fault, describing something as foolish or defective, and the physical state of being heavy or bogged down.

This root describes something thin, watery, or liquid, particularly in the context of food or liquids. It also extends to describe thin or watery soil.

This root primarily describes states of wetness, softness, and swelling, often associated with mud, food, or emotional states like anger. It also extends to the idea of something being large or difficult to chew.

This root primarily describes slowness, heaviness, and a lack of hair, particularly on the face and eyebrows. It also extends to terms for specific creatures and a woman lacking a vulva.

This root primarily relates to fine, loose sand that is moved by the wind. It also extends to meanings of decay, putrefaction, and swelling or cracking of lips, and a specific type of rotten egg.

This root primarily concerns the act of defecating, specifically producing thin or watery excrement. It also extends to the act of smearing or throwing such material onto someone.

This root appears to describe something that is thin, soft, or relaxed, particularly in the context of mud or physical state.

This root describes something that is excessively thin, watery, or diluted. It primarily refers to liquids, dough, or mud that has been made too thin.

This root appears to describe a state of relaxation, ease, or perhaps a gentle swaying motion. It is closely related to the concept of being at rest or unburdened.

This root primarily relates to the concept of splitting, cracking, or rupturing. It is used to describe geological formations or the act of causing something to break apart.

This root appears to describe the act of expelling or throwing something, specifically excrement, in a wet and spread-out manner. It focuses on the physical action and the state of the expelled material.

This entry discusses a specific, likely invented, term used by women, possibly as an insult. Its meaning is unclear but speculated to relate to falsehood and aggression.

This root appears to relate to the act of driving or urging livestock, specifically sheep, with a vocal command.

This root appears to describe an old, decrepit woman. It focuses on the concept of extreme old age and physical decline associated with it.

This root appears to be related to the concept of something being similar in weight and meaning. It is a concise entry with limited derived forms.

This root primarily relates to the concept of choking or a blockage in the throat, often associated with food. It also extends to describing something as long.

This root appears to be related to geographical locations, specifically a river in Basra. It does not seem to have broader semantic extensions beyond this specific place name.

This root appears to be a rare or possibly nonce formation, primarily used to denote a lion. Its usage is highly specialized and not common in standard Arabic vocabulary.

This root primarily describes barren, treeless land. It conveys a sense of emptiness and lack of vegetation.

This root appears to relate to a specific type of terrain, possibly rough or uneven ground. It also has a connection to the concept of sadness or grief.

This root primarily relates to actions of deception, falsehood, and swift, forceful movements. It also encompasses terms for sharp objects, specific bodily fluids, and a lack of modesty.

This root entry describes a thick, curdled milk. It appears to be a descriptive term for a specific type of dairy product.

This root pertains to the act of reinforcing or mending new ships, specifically by using threads or rags for patching and securing.

This root appears to relate to the act of shaving or making something smooth, particularly the head. It describes the action of removing hair or making a surface bare.

This root primarily concerns the concepts of swelling, bloating, and the aftermath of wounds or injuries. It also extends to the invalidation or nullification of actions, deeds, or even the loss of water. Metaphorically, it can refer to a person's disposition, such as being angry or ignorant.

This root primarily relates to the act of scraping or peeling off a surface. It describes the physical removal of a layer from something, often implying a forceful or thorough action.

The root الحط primarily relates to the concept of lowering, placing down, or reducing. It encompasses physical actions like descending, setting down, and polishing, as well as abstract notions of reduction in price, sin, or status. The root also extends to descriptions of physical conditions, ailments, and specific places or entities.

This root primarily describes something small in size, particularly in relation to its kind. It can refer to the young of animals or small individuals within a species.

This root primarily relates to lightness of body and quickness of movement. It also extends to descriptions of short or light individuals, and specifically refers to a type of bird, the partridge.

This root pertains to large numbers of livestock, specifically camels and sheep, often denoting a significant quantity around one hundred or two hundred.

The root حلط (ḥalaṭa) primarily relates to strong emotions like anger and haste, as well as actions involving entering or penetrating. It also encompasses concepts of making oaths, settling in a place, and specific sexual acts, though some of these might be textual variants.

This root primarily relates to the concept of peeling or removing the outer layer, extending to descriptions of plants, fruits, and even abstract concepts like the core of something or a gentle strike. It also encompasses specific geographical locations and names.