Classical Arabic

English

proper noun
Definitions
  • The form of the Arabic language used in literary texts in 7th to 9th centuries. It is based on the Medieval dialects of Arab tribes, and is the language of the Qur'an.

Etymology

Compound from English classical + English Arabic.

Origin

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