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halal


ha·lal

adj \hə-ˈläl\

Definition of HALAL

1
: sanctioned by Islamic law; especially : ritually fit for use <halal foods>
2
: selling or serving food ritually fit according to Islamic law <a halal restaurant>

Origin of HALAL

Arabic ḥalāl permissible
First Known Use: 1858

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