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

This root describes the energetic and spirited movement of a female camel, particularly when she raises her head and swings her tail. It conveys a sense of liveliness and proud bearing.

This root appears to describe something exceptionally tall or long. It is a rare and likely archaic term, possibly a nonce formation or a highly specialized adjective.

This root primarily relates to the concept of being well-proportioned, balanced, and upright. It describes physical attributes of young people and the quality of flowing or straightness, particularly in hair.

This root primarily concerns the concept of covering, concealment, and protection. It extends to abstract notions like fear and modesty, as well as physical objects used for covering. It also appears in place names and as a descriptor for virtuous individuals.

The root سجر primarily relates to filling, heating, and intense action, often associated with liquids, fire, and strong emotions or physical states. It extends to concepts of connection, steadfastness, and even specific geographical locations or objects.

This root primarily relates to the concept of whiteness or brightness. It also extends to describe the vigorous growth of plants, the appearance of mirages, and the approach of spears, as well as a cloud containing shimmering water.

This root primarily relates to the concept of magic, deception, and enchantment. It also extends to meanings associated with the time before dawn, subtle or delicate matters, and specific anatomical or natural elements.

This root describes a person's physical posture and movement, particularly when falling or lying down. It encompasses actions like stretching out, inclining, widening, lengthening, and ultimately collapsing onto one's face.

This root primarily describes the concept of moving forward with speed and directness, often applied to a person, a path, or even speech. It can also denote abundance or expansion, particularly in the context of rain or a place.

This root primarily concerns the concept of mockery, ridicule, and making light of something or someone. It extends to forcing someone to do something against their will, subjugating them, and also to the idea of something being easy or pleasant, particularly in the context of sailing.

This root primarily refers to a type of plant resembling 'idhkhir' grass. It also appears in place names and as the names of individuals, including companions of the Prophet.

This root primarily relates to the Sidr tree (Nabq tree) and its fruits. It extends to concepts of confusion, heedlessness, and physical states like drooping or falling. It also encompasses geographical locations, a type of garment, and a children's game.

This root entry appears to be a placeholder or a very specialized term, possibly related to a specific type of plant or herb. The provided text defines it as a type of basil, specifically one known as 'al-nammām'. Further derivation or common usage is not evident in this brief entry.

This root primarily concerns the concept of a line, row, or written text. It extends to related ideas like writing, order, and even cutting or striking with a sword. Figuratively, it can refer to gossip, supervision, or a specific type of wine.

The root السعر primarily relates to the concept of price, value, and setting a rate. It extends to meanings of intensity, ignition, and fever, particularly in the context of fire, war, and disease. It also encompasses terms for madness, intense hunger, and specific types of animals or objects.

This root primarily relates to abundance, particularly of water in a well. It also extends to concepts of cheapness and unwanted extraneous material within food.

This root primarily refers to a type of plant. It also extends to describe a person who is clever, generous, or brave, and can be a proper name or a title.

This root primarily deals with the concept of expulsion, banishment, or sending someone away. It signifies a forceful removal from a place or position.

This root appears to relate to smallness or insignificance. It is used to describe something diminutive, with no singular form readily apparent.

This root primarily relates to intermediaries, agents, and skilled individuals. It encompasses roles like brokers, servants, managers, and experts in various fields, often with a connotation of competence and shrewdness.

This root primarily relates to intense heat, scorching, and the infernal fire. It also extends to concepts of leadership, specific geographical locations, and names of individuals, particularly those involved in hadith transmission.

This root relates to the island of Socotra and its products, particularly its expert inhabitants and valuable resins. It also describes a type of skilled person associated with this region.

This root describes extreme tallness and largeness, particularly in men and camels. It also conveys a sense of immense size and formidable strength, implying a powerful and imposing physique.

This root entry primarily concerns the name 'Alexander' and its derivatives, specifically referring to Alexander the Great and various places named Alexandria. It details his historical significance as a conqueror and the geographical spread of cities bearing his name.

The root 'samara' (السمرة) primarily relates to shades of brown and duskiness, encompassing skin color, the color of milk, and the dim light of evening. It also extends to concepts of staying up at night, conversation, and things that are firm or tightened.

This root appears to relate to the act of diluting or thinning a liquid, specifically milk, by adding water. It describes the process of making a liquid less concentrated.

This root primarily relates to visual disturbances, weakness of sight, and states of confusion or dizziness. It also extends to descriptions of things that are long and straight, and names for specific entities like a type of animal or a woman.

This root primarily relates to the concept of intermediation, brokerage, and acting as a go-between. It encompasses individuals who facilitate transactions, negotiate deals, and connect parties, extending to roles of ambassadors or trusted intermediaries.

This root appears to describe intense heat, particularly concerning days. It is used to denote a day that is extremely hot.

This root primarily describes qualities of being large, expansive, and distant. It can refer to a person who is stout or a male, and to places that are vast or remote and difficult to navigate.

This root primarily relates to the concept of hardness, firmness, and intensity, particularly in reference to spears. It also extends to meanings of becoming dense, mature, or even solitary in growth, and can refer to male genitalia.

This root appears to relate to knowledge, expertise, and mastery of a subject. It also includes proper names, specifically of a Companion of the Prophet and a scholar.

This root primarily refers to a famous city and its geographical location. It also denotes a specific type of garment or cloak.

This root primarily relates to concepts of speed, haste, and swiftness. It also encompasses terms for specific types of measurements, plants, and descriptions of people and objects, often with contrasting or specialized meanings.

This entry refers to two villages in Egypt, both located in the Sharqia Governorate. The name itself is a proper noun for these specific locations.

This root appears to be a variant spelling or a less common form related to the concept of a specific type of plant or herb. Its primary usage seems to be in identifying this particular botanical item.

This root primarily relates to fierceness, aggression, and the concept of a wild cat. It also extends to terms for armor, weaponry, and a specific geographical location.

This root primarily refers to a specific type of falcon or hawk. It is also used as a proper name, often appearing in historical contexts as a given name or a surname, particularly associated with military or Sufi figures.

The root 'السنمار' primarily refers to the moon. It is also used to describe a person who does not sleep at night, a thief, and is famously associated with a legendary builder who was tragically killed by his patron after completing a magnificent palace.

This entry pertains to place names in Egypt, specifically two towns named Sanhur. The pronunciation and location of these towns are detailed, with a distinction made for a town in Upper Egypt.

This root primarily relates to concepts of elevation, ascent, intensity, and surrounding. It encompasses physical structures like walls and metaphorical barriers, as well as abstract notions of power, impact, and rank. It also includes names of places and people.

This root appears to be related to a specific type of well or water source. It is primarily used as a proper noun for such a feature.

This root primarily relates to concepts of hostility, aggression, and fear. It describes actions of attacking, being hostile, and experiencing fright or terror.

This root primarily relates to the concept of a place, land, or territory. It encompasses notions of being settled, inhabited, or belonging to a specific region. Derived terms often refer to cities, countries, or the inhabitants of such places.

This root primarily concerns the concept of staying awake, particularly at night. It extends to describe things that are sleepless or active, and metaphorically to concepts like the earth, celestial bodies, and even parts of the body associated with wakefulness or vitality.

This root primarily concerns movement, travel, and the act of going. It extends to concepts of a path, a journey, a way of life, and even the passage of time. Derived terms also relate to specific types of movement, objects associated with travel, and geographical locations.

This root primarily relates to the concept of measurement, specifically using the span of the hand. It extends to notions of approximation, giving, and even abstract concepts like age and divine gifts. It also encompasses names of people, places, and even a type of fish.