Definition of Muslim
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: an adherent of Islam
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: black muslim
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Origin and Etymology of muslim
Arabic muslim, literally, one who submits (to God)
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First Known Use: circa 1615
in the meaning defined at sense 1
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MUSLIM Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of Muslim for English Language Learners
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: a person whose religion is Islam : a follower of Islam
MUSLIM Defined for Kids
Definition of Muslim for Students
: a person whose religion is Islam
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