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Ibn Manzur
أبو عمرو محمد بن منظور القيسي المالقيAbū ʿAmr Muḥammad b. Manẓūr al-Qaysī al-Māliqī
1 Works
888 AH
Biography
Ibn Manzur was an Arab lexicographer best known for his comprehensive dictionary, 'Lisan al-Arab,' a crucial reference for Arabic linguistics. Distinguished for its detailed compilation of language sources, this work remains seminal among Arabic speakers and scholars. Ibn Manzur also contributed to literature and Islamic jurisprudence, drawing on a vast array of sources. His dedication to preserving Arabic vocabulary ensures that his dictionary captures the richness and depth of the language, making it an essential tool for understanding classical and literary Arabic.

