Antimony (إِثْمِدٌ)
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المعنى الاصطلاحي :
A black reddish stone that is crushed to powder and used as kohl (eyeliner).
الشرح المختصر :
"Ithmid" (antimony) is the best type of kohl (eyeliner), which is used by both men and women. It is found in Arabia, Morocco, Isbahan (present-day Iran), and other countries. "Ithmid" is a brittle mineral that can be easily crushed to powder. It is silvery white in its pure form. It emits a distinct smell when rubbed between the fingers. "Ithmid" is used to improve the eyesight and keep one's eyes in a healthy condition and as a cosmetic to adorn and beautify, and has other uses as well.
التعريف اللغوي المختصر :
"Ithmid": a black reddish stone that is crushed and used as kohl (eyeliner). Derived from "thamd", which means scarcity of water.