Ramadan

noun

Ram·​a·​dan ˈrä-mə-ˌdän 

ˌrä-mə-ˈdän

: the ninth month of the Islamic year observed as sacred with fasting practiced daily from dawn to sunset see Months of the Principal Calendars Table

Examples of Ramadan in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

And Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama posted a picture of the 9/11 attack next to the New York City mayor at dinner breaking his fast at Ramadan with the phrase the enemy is inside the gates. —CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026

Generosity transforms the lessons of Ramadan into something visible, showing how faith can be expressed through action. —Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Mar. 2026

They were killed at their home just after sunset while having their fast-breaking meal during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. —ABC News, 14 Mar. 2026

The end of Ramadan is determined by the sighting of the waxing crescent moon, which is expected by the end of March. —C. A. Bridges, Oklahoman, 14 Mar. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Arabic Ramaḍān

First Known Use

circa 1595, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for Ramadan

• mohammedan

Kids Definition

Ramadan

noun

Ram·​a·​dan ˈrä-mə-ˌdän 

ˌrä-mə-ˈdän

: the ninth month of the Islamic year observed as sacred with daily fasting from dawn to sunset

Etymology

from Arabic Ramaḍan