The Arabic word ʿayn can refer to an eye, a water spring, or other meanings depending on usage. Merely uttering this shared expression does not establish an intention to convey every dictionary meaning at once. Context, indicators, and actual usage must be examined.
If the conversation concerns ownership of a spring, the dictionary meaning “eye” cannot be imported without reason. Where more than one interpretation genuinely remains possible, a justified interpretive preference is required.
A mushtarak is a word with distinct established meanings. A muʾawwal reflects the selection of one plausible meaning on supporting evidence. They are not interchangeable labels.