A homonymous expression can possess multiple established senses. In the case of “qur',” saying that one meaning seems more familiar is insufficient. The interpreter weighs linguistic usage, context, and other recognized evidence.
When a meaning is preferred through juristic reasoning, the discussion of mu'awwal becomes relevant. Good analysis records not only the conclusion, but why another interpretation remains possible and what evidence justifies the preference.
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Applied Usul al-Fiqh: Guided Case Studies (Supplementary)
A homonymous expression can possess multiple established senses. In the case of “qur',” saying that one meaning seems more familiar is insufficient. The interpreter weighs linguistic usage, context, and other recognized evidence.
When a meaning is preferred through juristic reasoning, the discussion of mu'awwal becomes relevant. Good analysis records not only the conclusion, but why another interpretation remains possible and what evidence justifies the preference.