hadith


ha·dith

noun, often capitalized \hə-ˈdēth\
plural hadith or hadiths

Definition of HADITH

1
: a narrative record of the sayings or customs of Muhammad and his companions
2
: the collective body of traditions relating to Muhammad and his companions

Origin of HADITH

Arabic ḥadīth, literally, speech, report
First Known Use: circa 1817

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