Second Edition of “Omani Eloquence
Dictionary” Released

Muscat, 27 July 2026 (ONA) — The
second edition of the “Omani Eloquence Dictionary”, authored by Eng. Abul-Qasim
Mahmood Hamid Al Kharousi, was published recently in a 2-part book.

The second edition was published in a
new format that facilitates reading and access to meanings and expressions whose
linguistic origins needs to be verified. The first edition, published in 2004,
was completely sold out due to its interesting content.

The dictionary is consistent with
efforts to promote linguistic identity. It affirms the authenticity of
colloquial Omani words, tracing them back to their origins in ancient Arabic
dictionaries, including “Al Ain,” “Lissan Al Arab,” “Al Qamoos Al Muheet,” and “Taj
Al Aroos”. It sought to establish the relationship between common Omani words
and dictionary items.

“Omani Eloquence Dictionary” begins with a translation
of the author’s biography and a review of his methodology in compiling the
dictionary, in addition to two articles titled “Oman and Qur’anic Verses” and
“Oman in the Arabic linguistic references”.

The sections of the dictionary are
organized in alphabetical order, along with relevant linguistic roots. The author dedicates
the final chapter to incorrect words.

— Ends/Bishara