Is·lam
Islam
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- pronunciation:
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Iz
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part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a monotheistic religion based on the teachings of the prophet Muhammad as set forth in the Koran.
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definition 2: |
Muslims, or the believers in this religion collectively.
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definition 3: |
collectively, the countries in which Islam is the dominant religion.
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derivation: |
Islamic (adj.) |
Islam is from an Arabic word that means "to surrender (to God)."