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Non-Muslim

/nɒnˈmʊzlɪm/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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  1. 1

    A person who does not practice Islam or is not a follower of the Islamic faith.

    "In a diverse community, non-Muslims and Muslims often engage in interfaith dialogues."
  2. 2

    A term used to describe individuals or groups that are outside the Islamic religious framework.

    "The festival was celebrated by both Muslims and non-Muslims alike."

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The term 'non-Muslim' is a compound word formed in English, combining the prefix 'non-' from Latin, meaning 'not', with 'Muslim', derived from Arabic 'مُسْلِم' (muslim), meaning 'one who submits (to God)'. The term has evolved to denote individuals who do not adhere to the Islamic faith, reflecting sociocultural dynamics in religious discourse.

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