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Meaning:

Adjective:

  • dated Relating to Islam, particularly orthodox Islam.
  • Motivated by Islamic beliefs, particularly in the political sphere (eg a supporter of the introduction of sharia law).

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Noun:

  • A person who espouses Islamic fundamentalist beliefs.
  • dated A Muslim, particularly an orthodox Muslim.
  • (''somewhat rare'') A person who specializes in Islamic studies.

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