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تتلّى

Root: تلو

Form: 5

Full Definition

تتلّىV He sought repeatedly, or in a leisurely manner, or by degrees, to obtain his right, or due, until he received it fully, or wholly, or to obtain a thing.
2 He collected much wealth.
3 تَتَلَّيْتُ حَقِّى عِنْدَهُ I left with him, or in his possession, somewhat remaining of my right, or due.

def.2 Somewhat remained of his debt.
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