Eid-ul-Fitr

British

/ ˈiːdʊlˌfiːtə /

noun

an annual Muslim festival marking the end of Ramadan, involving the exchange of gifts and a festive meal

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Etymology

Origin of Eid-ul-Fitr

from Arabic id ul fitr festival of fast-breaking

Example Sentences

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“In order that the Mujahideen again provide a peaceful and secure atmosphere to our compatriots during Eid-ul-Fitr so that they may celebrate this joyous occasion, all Mujahideen ... are instructed to halt all offensive operations,” Mohammad Naeem, a Taliban spokesman, said on Twitter.

From Reuters

Khan has been criticized for downplaying the severity of the pandemic, refusing to close down mosques particularly since the start of Islam’s fasting month of Ramadan which ends in two weeks with the holiday of Eid-ul-Fitr.

From Washington Times

Back at the kolba, on the first of three days of Eid-ul-Fitr celebration that followed Ramadan, Jalil would visit Mariam and Nana.

From Literature

Speaking at the Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations at the end of Ramadan, he said parents and imams who perform the ceremonies would also face prison.

From BBC

The end of Ramadan is marked by 'Eid-ul-Fitr', the Festival of the Breaking of the Fast.

From BBC

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