Aladdin

American

[uh-lad-n] / əˈlæd n /

noun

(inThe Arabian Nights' Entertainments ) the son of a poor widow in China. He becomes the possessor of a magic lamp and ring with which he can command a jinn to do his bidding.

Aladdin British

/ əˈlædɪn /

noun

(in The Arabian Nights' Entertainments ) a poor youth who obtains a magic lamp and ring, with which he summons genies who grant his wishes

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From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 8, 2025

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From BBC • Aug. 25, 2025

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