عرك
Root: عرك
3 entries for this word
Hans Wehr Definitions
Entry 1
عرك ‘araka u (‘ark) to rub (هـ s.th.); to turn, adjust (هـ the knobs of a radio, and the like) ; to play havoc (هـ with), damage severely (هـ s.th.); -- ‘arika a to be strong in battle, be a tough fighter III to fight, struggle, contend (ه with s.o.) VI to engage in a fight, fight one another VIII = VI
Entry 2
عرك ‘ark experience (gained through suffering)
Entry 3
عرك mu’tarak fighting ground, battle ground
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