Taj al-Arus (Zabidi, d. 1205H)

This root primarily relates to flat, low-lying land, often arid or barren. It also extends to specific geographical locations and parts of a house.

This root describes the sound of laughter, specifically a deep or rumbling laugh. It is primarily onomatopoeic, imitating the sound itself.

This root primarily relates to sounds, specifically the sounds made by certain animals, and also to a specific type of terrain or place. It also includes a term for a cowardly pig.

This root primarily relates to the concept of cutting, severing, or breaking. It also extends to meanings of subjugation, humility, and the appearance of something unattractive or deformed, particularly in the context of sea creatures and derogatory terms.

This root primarily relates to concepts of being mean, base, or inferior, but also extends to meanings of completeness, uniqueness, and swiftness. It can describe a person's character, the passage of time, or the speed of movement.

This root primarily describes states of richness, thickness, or abundance, often related to liquids like milk or bodily fluids. It also extends to concepts of healing, growth, and physical characteristics like thickness or redness.

This root primarily deals with the concept of pushing or repelling forcefully. It also appears in the context of lineage and personal names, possibly derived from this core meaning of forceful action or position.

This root primarily deals with the concept of falling or collapsing, often onto the posterior, and by extension, cutting or severing. It also encompasses the idea of separating or dismembering limbs.

This root appears to describe someone who is short, or who meddles in things that do not concern them. It also has a sense related to being thrown down or overcome.

This root primarily relates to a protruding part of the wrist or ankle, and secondarily to a type of running or a group of people.

The root 'كرع' primarily relates to drinking directly from a source, often with the mouth or by dipping the head, and by extension, to the act of reaching or extending towards something. It also encompasses terms for the lower parts of limbs, the base or lower strata of society, and specific geographical or botanical features.

The root كسع (k-s-ʿ) primarily relates to striking or pushing from behind, often with the implication of driving away or expelling. It also extends to meanings involving tucking the tail, specific markings on animals, and actions related to animal husbandry and even a historical figure and a place name.

This root primarily relates to the concept of being crooked, bent, or twisted. It extends to describe physical deformities, particularly in the legs or feet, and can metaphorically refer to something being distorted or perverted.

This root appears to relate to concepts of scattering, dispersing, and possibly annoyance or impatience. It is primarily used in classical Arabic to describe people scattering away from something, like a corpse, or a general state of being vexed.

This root primarily describes conditions of dirt, grime, and cracking, particularly on the feet or skin. It extends to describe severe skin diseases like intense scabies, and can also refer to accumulated dirt on objects. Metaphorically, it can denote toughness, severity, or a gathering/alliance.

This root primarily relates to closeness, intimacy, and lying down together. It also extends to concepts of low-lying or depressed areas of land, and in a more specific sense, to drinking or immersing oneself in water.

This root appears to describe shortness or being stout, specifically in relation to men. It is a less common root with limited derived forms discussed.

The root ك ن ع primarily denotes concepts of contraction, shrinking, drawing near, and clinging. It extends to meanings of submission, begging, and even physical states like stiffness or paralysis. Derived terms can also refer to specific entities like the descendants of Canaan or a type of waterskin.

This root primarily concerns the elbow joint and related anatomical terms. It also extends to describe a specific gait, particularly of a dog or camel, characterized by limping or dragging, and can refer to a condition of stiffness or immobility in the wrist.

This root primarily describes the act of being timid, fearful, or hesitant towards something. It encompasses the state of being cowardly and the resulting inaction or avoidance.

This root appears to be related to the concept of something being futile or in vain. It is also associated with the act of throwing something, specifically dung, though this latter meaning is disputed and possibly a scribal error.

This root primarily concerns a defect or abnormality related to the tongue and lips. It describes someone whose tongue is affected in a specific way, and also refers to a part of the lip that can become deformed.

This root primarily describes a state of physical relaxation or weakness, often associated with the body. It is also used to refer to a specific historical figure and a place in Yemen.

The root لذع (l-dh-ʿ) primarily relates to sharp, stinging sensations, whether physical or emotional. It extends to concepts of burning, pain, and quick, intelligent action. It also encompasses marking animals and, metaphorically, breaking promises or exhibiting sharp wit.

The root لسع primarily denotes the act of stinging or biting, particularly by venomous creatures like scorpions and snakes. It extends metaphorically to sharp, hurtful speech and to being persistently present or skillful.

The root لطع primarily relates to licking or lapping, often with the tongue. It extends metaphorically to striking, erasing, and physical characteristics like thin lips or missing teeth. It also encompasses terms for specific body parts and negative character traits.

This root primarily relates to delicate, tender, or sparse vegetation, often with connotations of transience. It extends to concepts of scarcity, weakness, and shimmering illusions like mirages, as well as specific geographical locations and animal behaviors.

This root primarily relates to covering or wrapping oneself with a garment, particularly a thick or dark one. It also extends to the act of wrapping or covering something.

This root primarily deals with the concept of covering, wrapping, or enveloping oneself or something else. It extends to meanings of encompassing, spreading over, and even touching or affecting something. Figurative uses include the spreading of old age or war.

This root primarily concerns the act of throwing or casting something, often with force or intent. It extends to meanings of striking, hitting, or affecting someone, particularly with the eye. Derived terms also describe excessive or foul speech, foolishness, and cunning.

The root لكع (l-k-ʿ) primarily denotes baseness, lowliness, and ignobility. It extends to meanings of being foolish, stupid, or lacking in intellect and eloquence. It can also refer to something small, young, or even a lowly servant, and in some contexts, it signifies something sticky or adhering.

This root primarily concerns intense emotional pain, burning sensations, and deep longing, often associated with love, grief, or worry. It also extends to concepts of eagerness, impatience, and sometimes cowardice or poor character.

This root primarily relates to concepts of heedlessness, laziness, and slowness, particularly in commercial dealings. It also extends to descriptions of speech that is excessive or rambling, and can be used to describe a person who is overly accommodating or easily influenced. The root also appears in personal names.

This root primarily relates to intense burning sensations, particularly those associated with hunger. It also extends to meanings of thirst, strong winds, and in a less common usage, a path or road.

The root متع (m-t-ʿ) primarily relates to concepts of height, extension, and duration, often applied to time, physical objects, and abstract qualities. It also encompasses senses of enjoyment, benefit, and lasting possession, as well as intensity and excellence.

This root primarily relates to provisions, enjoyment, and sustenance. It also extends to meanings of trickery, deception, and in a classical context, redness or elevation.

This root primarily describes an ugly or unpleasant gait, particularly associated with women. It can also refer to a foul-smelling hyena or a specific type of unpleasant walking.

This root primarily concerns a specific type of food made from dates and milk, and by extension, related actions of eating or drinking it. It also extends to meanings of foolishness, ignorance, and shamelessness, often associated with improper speech or behavior.

This root primarily relates to concepts of accusation, claim, and imputation, particularly concerning lineage or reputation. It also encompasses specific, less common meanings like a type of coconut shell used for scooping and small fish.

This root primarily concerns the act of revealing or disclosing something partially, often with an element of concealment or incompleteness. It also extends to meanings related to leakage, flowing, and in a derived sense, to untrustworthiness and premature release.

This root primarily concerns the concept of abundance, fertility, and lushness, particularly in relation to land and vegetation. It also extends to meanings of richness, prosperity, and sometimes, the act of consuming or spreading something.

The root مزع (m-z-ʿ) primarily denotes rapid movement, speed, and swiftness, particularly in the context of running or traveling. It also extends to meanings related to tearing, dividing, and scattering, as well as specific applications like plucking cotton or describing a person who is a talebearer.

This root primarily deals with concepts related to wind, specifically the north wind, and also describes a person who is a strong and persistent traveler.

This root primarily relates to acts of taking, snatching, or removing something quickly or stealthily. It also extends to meanings of eating, chewing, and cleaning oneself, often with a connotation of thoroughness or speed.

This root primarily relates to the act of consuming or consuming prey, particularly in a predatory context. It also extends to the idea of extracting or smoothing something, like the sap from wood.

This root primarily concerns the act of eating or consuming something, particularly with the front teeth. It also extends to the idea of something being consumed or depleted, like milk from a udder, and metaphorically to disappearing or becoming lost.

This root primarily concerns the process of making something smooth, supple, or dry through manipulation, absorption, or exposure to elements like wind or water. It extends to concepts of absorption, lingering, and even the remnants of something.