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adhan

British  
/ ˌaˈðaːn /

noun

  1. Islam a call to prayer

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Etymology

Origin of adhan

changed from Arabic adhān, literally: announcement

Example Sentences

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At about 4.30am every day in Doha, the Adhan echoes around the city.

From BBC • Dec. 7, 2022

Their voices drown out the Adhan Muslim call to prayer played on speakers through an open window.

From Reuters • Sep. 2, 2014

Do you take a 5 p.m. break for Adhan from work?

From New York Times • Feb. 12, 2011

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