Kalam
Americannoun
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(sometimes lowercase) a school of philosophical theology originating in the 9th century a.d., asserting the existence of God as a prime mover and the freedom of the will.
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the word of Allah.
Other Word Forms
- Kalamist noun
Etymology
Origin of Kalam
From the Arabic word kalām literally, talk
Example Sentences
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Abdul Kalam and — of course — the patriotic confidence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi?
From New York Times
The former president of India, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam said: 'Life is very similar to a boxing ring.
From BBC
A former detective inspector, Mrs Kalam worked at the force from September 2008 and joined the Firearms Operation Unit in 2012, before medically retiring in July 2023.
From BBC
In a judgement published last week, employment judge Christopher Camp said Mrs Kalam had also suffered "significant psychiatric injury" which has left her too unwell to work.
From BBC
Deputy Chief Constable Scott Green said he was "sorry that more was not done sooner" to address the "serious concerns" Mrs Kalam had raised.
From BBC
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