non-Muslim
noun
non-Mus·lim
ˌnän-ˈməz-ləm 
-ˈmu̇s-,
-ˈmu̇z-
plural non-Muslims
: a person who is not a Muslim
non-Muslim
adjective
non-Muslim groups/regions
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Some of the recurring themes of Ramadan’s work are the interplay between religion and politics and the need for greater mutual understanding and cohesive existence between Muslim and non-Muslim communities.
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André Munro, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 Mar. 2026
Carroll encouraged state officials and non-Muslim community members to get to know local schools and their curriculum.
—Silas Allen, Dallas Morning News, 19 Mar. 2026
Because of its proximity to the mosque, many don’t realize that 50% of the pantry’s clientele is non-Muslim.
—Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
Hansen, who was raised in a non-Muslim family, is keen to underline that this is a story about social control, not faith.
—Lise Pedersen, Variety, 13 Mar. 2026
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André Munro, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 Mar. 2026
Carroll encouraged state officials and non-Muslim community members to get to know local schools and their curriculum.
—Silas Allen, Dallas Morning News, 19 Mar. 2026
Because of its proximity to the mosque, many don’t realize that 50% of the pantry’s clientele is non-Muslim.
—Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
Hansen, who was raised in a non-Muslim family, is keen to underline that this is a story about social control, not faith.
—Lise Pedersen, Variety, 13 Mar. 2026
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“Non-Muslim.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/non-Muslim. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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