ummah
noun
the Islamic community.
ummah
American
[uhm-uh]
/ ˈʌm ə /
Or
umma
noun
Islam.
Ummah
British
/ ˈumə /
noun
Etymology
Origin of ummah
1880–85; < Arabic: literally, nation
Example Sentences
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Ummah for Earth, an alliance-led initiative that aims to empower Muslim communities facing climate change, is urging people to pledge to adopt one eco-friendly practice during Ramadan.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 16, 2023
For much of the mid-90s into the turn of the century, he was part of two production collectives, the Ummah and the Soulquarians, alongside more famous members.
From New York Times • Feb. 1, 2022
For Shia Muslims, the central idea was that only descendants of Muhammad should lead the Ummah.
From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2020
But if you dig a little further some interesting facts emerge about the gym in east London where he used to train - the Ummah Fitness Centre in Ilford.
From BBC • Jun. 27, 2017
Karen often tweeted about the “baqiyah sisterhood”: “Muslimah’s of the Ummah make sure you got each other’s backs!”
From The Guardian • Jun. 24, 2015
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