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hijab

noun

the custom in some Islamic societies of women dressing modestly outside the home

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Word length
5
Starts with
H
Ends with
B
Contains
IJ
Scrabble score
17

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Pronunciation

hɪˈdʒɑːb

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Definitions

noun

  1. the custom in some Islamic societies of women dressing modestly outside the home

    “she observes the hijab and does not wear tight clothing”

noun

  1. a headscarf worn by Muslim women; conceals the hair and neck and usually has a face veil that covers the face

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Example Sentences

she observes the hijab and does not wear tight clothing
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