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ظجج

Root entry · 2 derived lemmas

This root primarily relates to making loud cries, particularly in the context of warfare or distress. It is presented as a specialized form of another root, 'ḍjj', used specifically for cries during battle.

Derived headwords

ظجّverb
  1. 1.
    to cry out loudlyclassical

    To make a loud, desperate cry, like someone calling for help in a dire situation.

ضجّverb
  1. 1.
    to cry out loudlyboth

    To make a loud noise or cry, typically used for general clamor or distress outside of warfare.

Parallel reading

صاح في الحرب صياح المستغيث
He cried out in war with the cry of one seeking help.
الأصل فيه ضج (بالضاد)
The origin is 'ḍjj' (with ḍād).
ثم جعل ضج (في غير الحرب)
Then 'ḍjj' was used for (situations other than) war.
وظج بالظاء في الحرب
And 'ẓjj' was used for war.