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

This root primarily relates to feigning foolishness or acting foolishly after having been sensible. It also has a geographical application, referring to specific locations.

The root طال (ṭāla) primarily relates to the concept of length, extension, and duration. It encompasses physical length, height, and also metaphorical length in time (lifespan, waiting) and abstract qualities like superiority and abundance.

This root primarily concerns the act of traveling or moving about extensively on the earth. It implies a journey or a wandering, often without a specific destination or with a sense of aimlessness.

This root primarily describes the act of eating a specific type of grain, namely corn or maize. It also conveys the idea of habitually consuming this food.

This root primarily relates to the concept of water becoming stagnant or foul, and by extension, to things that are unpleasant, worthless, or foolish. It also extends to terms for specific types of vegetation and geological formations.

This root describes things or people that are indistinct, shapeless, or physically unappealing. It also touches upon stealthy movement and cunning attempts to acquire something.

This root primarily concerns the concept of shade, shadow, and protection. It extends to encompass concepts of coolness, shelter, and even the essence or core of something. Metaphorically, it can refer to protection, strength, or the beginning/peak of something.

This root primarily relates to servitude and worship, particularly in the context of 'Abd Allah (servant of God). It also appears in proper names and terms for specific groups of companions.

This root pertains to the remnants or lingering effects of illness and love. It describes the residual traces and after-effects that remain after these conditions have passed.

The root العبل (al-'abl) primarily denotes largeness, thickness, and robustness in various contexts. It extends to concepts of coarseness, density, and even refers to specific geological formations, plant parts, and abstract notions like fate.

This root primarily relates to neglect, abandonment, and a state of being left unattended. It also extends to concepts of leadership, authority, and a form of gentle reproach or admonishment.

This root primarily denotes concepts related to heavy, forceful tools, strong or coarse individuals, and forceful actions like dragging or moving with difficulty. It also extends to terms for specific animals, ailments, and even anatomical parts.

This root primarily describes abundance, largeness, and coarseness. It extends to physical attributes like thickness, hairiness, and unkemptness, as well as negative connotations of foolishness and sluggishness. It also has specific geographical and zoological applications.

This root primarily describes something large, voluminous, or heavy, particularly in the context of the belly or containers. It also extends to a state of difficulty in movement due to age or illness, and specific geographical locations.

This root primarily relates to the concept of a cluster or bunch, particularly of dates or grapes. It extends to describe things that hang or dangle, and metaphorically, something heavy or substantial.

The root العجل primarily relates to the concept of speed, haste, and promptness. It encompasses terms for quickness, rushing, and things that are done or produced early. It also extends to specific applications like fast-moving animals, early-born offspring, and tools associated with speed or movement.

This root primarily concerns the concept of justice, fairness, and equity, acting as the opposite of injustice or tyranny. It extends to notions of balance, equality, and uprightness, both in a moral and a physical sense. The root also encompasses related ideas like equivalence, compensation, and moderation.

This root primarily refers to something old, large, and aged, particularly in the context of trees or fog. It can also denote specific creatures like a frog or a male vulture.

This entry discusses a type of bird, specifically a small bird smaller than a date-eater. It also notes an alternative or variant spelling for the nightingale.

This root primarily describes large, imposing creatures, particularly camels, and also refers to specific birds and physical attributes like large breasts. It extends to actions of intensity and sounds.

This root primarily concerns blame, reproach, and criticism. It extends to accepting blame, intense heat, and specific anatomical or temporal references. It also touches upon determination and repeated actions.

This root appears to relate to groups of people or animals, particularly in a collective or organized sense. It also seems to encompass terms for specific types of groups, such as infantry or herds.

This root appears to describe qualities of intensity, robustness, and perhaps a certain type of gait. It encompasses terms for being strong, solid, and having a relaxed or imposing walk.

This root primarily denotes a place of shelter, a dwelling, or a collection of items, often with connotations of protection, gathering, or a small, humble abode. It can also refer to provisions, a small amount of goods, or a humble or lowly entity.

This root describes individuals who are exceptionally large, excessively tall, or possess a handsome physique and stature. It encompasses terms for both imposing size and attractive youthfulness.

This root primarily deals with concepts of obstacles, difficulties, and crookedness. It extends to deviations from the right path, both in actions and speech, and can describe a person who is unsteady or crooked in their ways. It also encompasses specific, less common meanings related to physical attributes and gait.

This root appears to relate to percussion instruments, specifically drums, and potentially a name derived from such.

This root describes something that is strong, complete, or a large group. It is primarily used to denote a strong camel, a well-formed horse, or a neglected multitude.

This root primarily deals with the concept of separation, isolation, and withdrawal. It extends to meanings of being set aside, removed, or standing alone, often implying a lack of connection or participation.

This root primarily describes camels, specifically those that are neglected or abandoned. It also extends to concepts of speed, lightness, and emptiness, as well as a person who is agitated or a well-fed creature.

This root describes the concept of people moving back and forth between each other. It encompasses the idea of mutual coming and going, and the resulting interaction or exchange.

This root appears to be primarily associated with a specific geographical location, a well belonging to the Banu Sulaym tribe. It does not seem to have broader semantic extensions in this entry.

This root primarily deals with the concept of disordered, nonsensical, or incoherent speech. It describes كلام (speech) that lacks structure or meaning, often implying a jumbled or confused utterance.

This root primarily relates to concepts of hardness, solidity, and barrenness, often associated with the ground or terrain. It also extends to natural phenomena like mirages and clouds, as well as specific geographical locations and edible fungi.

This root appears to relate to locusts and possibly storms, though the connection is not fully elaborated in the provided text. The primary meaning given is the male locust.

This root primarily concerns concepts of crookedness, bending, and twisting. It extends to describe physical deformities, bent objects like staffs or arrows, and also metaphorical concepts like stubbornness or slowness. It also includes specific botanical and geographical terms.

This root primarily relates to muscles and flesh, but extends to concepts of tightness, difficulty, and hardship. It also encompasses terms for cunning, ugliness, and specific geographical or tribal names.

This root pertains to hardness, solidity, and strength. It describes things that are firm, unyielding, and robust, often implying a sense of difficulty or toughness.

This root appears to describe the act of sealing or closing something tightly, particularly the mouth of a container like a bottle.

The root عطلت primarily relates to emptiness, lack, or being devoid of something. This extends to concepts of being unadorned, idle, lacking possessions or purpose, and also to physical attributes like a long neck or a well-formed body.

This root describes a woman characterized by her youth, beauty, and physical stature, particularly her fullness and long neck. It can also refer to a woman of tall stature.

This root primarily describes the act of clinging or sticking, particularly in the context of animal mating. It extends to concepts of gathering, congregating, and dense growth, as well as a specific poetic term.

This root primarily relates to a protrusion or excess, particularly concerning female anatomy, animal fat, and physical characteristics. It also extends to concepts of clothing, insults, and geographical locations.

This root describes someone who is heavy, slow, and excessively talkative, particularly with irrelevant or excessive speech. It conveys a sense of being burdensome or tedious due to their verbose nature.

This root primarily describes heaviness, sluggishness, and a lack of strength or refinement. It extends to terms for a slow, clumsy person, a weak individual, and even animals or objects characterized by bulk or coarseness.

This root pertains to the act of mixing or blending one thing with another. It describes the process of combining disparate elements into a single entity.

This root describes a person with a large or prominent face. It focuses on physical attributes related to facial features, particularly size and prominence.

This root appears to describe foolishness or lack of intelligence. It is used to denote someone who is simple-minded or acts in an unintelligent manner.