haram

American  

[huh-rom] / həˈrɒm /

Also haraam

adjective

1. 1. relating to or noting meat not prepared or animals not slaughtered in the manner prescribed by Islamic law.

      haram beef and chicken.

   2. (of foods, medications, etc.) not fit to eat or use according to Islamic law.

      Pork and alcoholic beverages are haram.

2. forbidden to have or do under Islamic law.

   a haram business that sells wine.

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noun

1. a haram animal or haram meat.

2. harem.

haram British  

/ ˈhɑːˌrɑːm /

noun

1. anything that is forbidden by Islamic law

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Etymology

Origin of haram

First recorded in 1795–1805; from Arabic ḥarām “forbidden, unlawful, off-limits,” from ḥarima “to be forbidden”

Example Sentences

"It's very haram," she said, using the Arabic word for forbidden.

From BBC

His devout grandparents also live at home, always on hand to make whatever Rumi’s doing feel haram.

From Los Angeles Times

Islam also considers alcohol consumption as “haram,” or forbidden.

From Seattle Times

At the same time it was declared sinful, or haram, for women to sing.

From BBC

"Rely on Allah when things get tough. No more drugs and guns in the palm. I promise you I'll leave the haram."

From BBC