Aladdin

American  

[uh-lad-n] / əˈlæd n /

noun

1. (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.

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Aladdin British  

/ əˈlædɪn /

noun

1. (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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Example Sentences

It was an “Aladdin”-like play called “Billy’s Wonderful Kettle” in Manchester, England, and the 7-year-old McDermott was so excited the night before, he got a stomachache that kept him from going.

From New York Times

A row of lacquer paintings on glass from his 2010 “Aladdin” series resemble fantasy landscapes.

From New York Times

“I am looking for my aunt and her three children,” said Aladdin Mohibzada, adding that he drove 25 hours from Germany to reach the makeshift morgue set up at a sports stadium.

From Seattle Times

Several cast members were also announced, including James Monroe Iglehart, a Tony winner as the Genie in Disney’s “Aladdin,” who’ll play King Arthur.

From Washington Post

A decade later, Mattinson “served as a key member” of the beloved films “Aladdin,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “The Lion King” and “Mulan,” according to Disney.

From Los Angeles Times