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ضوب

Root entry · 1 derived lemma

This root primarily relates to the concept of strength and robustness, particularly when applied to a camel. It describes a powerful, large, and sturdy animal.

Derived headwords

الضُّوبَانnoun
  1. 1.
    Strong, large camelclassical

    A camel that is powerful and of great size. The singular form is used for both the individual and the collective noun.

Parallel reading

الضوبان: الجمل القوي الضخم، واحده وجمعه سواء.
Al-ḍūbān: The strong, large camel; its singular and plural are the same.
عر كرك مهجر الضوبان أومه
The strong camel has a wide, open mouth.
روض القذاف ربيعا أي تأويم
The meadows of Al-Qadhāf in spring, meaning it is a place of refuge or dwelling.