Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mussulman

noun
/ˈmʌsəlˌmæn/
Definition
A term used to refer to a Muslim, particularly in historical contexts.
Examples
  • The term mussulman was often used in colonial texts to describe Muslims.
  • In historical documentation, many references to mussulman helped to distinguish the cultural practices of Muslim communities.
Meaning
A believer or follower of Islam.
Synonyms
  • Muslim
  • Islamic believer
  • Follower of Islam