Islam
noun
iz-, -ˈlam, ˈis-ˌläm, ˈiz-, -ˌlam
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Definition of Islam
1 : the religious faith of Muslims including belief in Allah as the sole deity and in Muhammad as his prophet
2a : the civilization erected upon Islamic faith
b : the group of modern nations in which Islam is the dominant religion
Other Words from Islam
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adjective
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noun, plural in form but singular or plural in construction
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Islam
noun
English Language Learners Definition of Islam
: the religion which teaches that there is only one God and that Muhammad is God's prophet : the religion of Muslims
: the modern nations in which Islam is the main religion
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Islam
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Kids Definition of Islam
: a religion based on belief in Allah as the only God and in Muhammad the prophet of God
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