What does « ZʿQ » mean in the Quran?

Discover the meaning of the word ZʿQ (زعق) in the Quran, with 0 verse in which it appears, and a detailed explanation from Al-Raghib al-Asfahani's Mufradat fi gharib al-Qur'an.

زعق
ZʿQ
Root: ز - ع - ق
Quranic language

Updated on 29 May 2026 at 7:00 AM

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Definition of ZʿQ

Al-zu'âq: very bitter salty water.

One says 'mâ' zu'âq' (very salty water).

Salty water is undrinkable.

Allah created fresh and salty water as signs of His power.

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