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حصرب

Root entry · 2 derived lemmas

This root appears to relate to concepts of constriction, narrowness, and stinginess. It is noted as being neglected by the majority of lexicographers, with one scholar suggesting it signifies tightness and avarice.

Derived headwords

الحصربةnoun
  1. 1.
    tightness, narrownessclassical

    A state of being constricted or narrow, implying a lack of space or ease.

  2. 2.
    stinginess, avariceclassical

    A disposition of being miserly or unwilling to spend or give.

الحطربةnoun
  1. 1.
    tightness, narrownessclassical

    Similar to الحصربة, this term denotes a state of constriction or narrowness.

  2. 2.
    stinginess, avariceclassical

    Also akin to الحصربة, it signifies miserliness or a lack of generosity.

Parallel reading

أهمله الجماعة
The majority neglected it.
وقال الصاغاني هو (الضيق والبخل)
And Al-Saghani said it means (tightness and stinginess).
كالحطربة
Like Al-Hatrabah.