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متز

Root entry · 2 derived lemmas

This root appears to relate to the act of throwing or casting something, specifically weapons. It is discussed in the context of ancient lexicographical debate regarding its existence and attribution.

Derived headwords

مَتَزَverb
  1. 1.
    to throwclassical

    To cast or hurl something, particularly a weapon.

مَتَسَverb
  1. 1.
    to throwclassical

    To cast or hurl something, similar to the verb 'mataza'.

Parallel reading

متز فلان بسلحه، إذا رمى به
So-and-so threw his weapon, meaning he hurled it.
ومتس مثله
And 'matasa' is similar.