Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ibn
Noun
/ˈɪb.n/
Definition
A term used in Arabic to denote ‘son of’.
Examples
- Ibn Sina was a Persian polymath who made significant contributions to medicine and philosophy.
- The name ‘Ibn Battuta’ signifies ‘son of Battuta’ and identifies its famous traveler and scholar.
Meaning
It is commonly used in names to indicate lineage or heritage, typically preceding the father’s name.
Synonyms
- son
- offspring
