Maliki

American  

[mal-i-kee] / ˈmæl ɪ ki /

noun

Islam.

1. one of the four schools of Islamic law, founded by Malik ibn Anas (c715–795).

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Other Word Forms

• Malikite noun

Etymology

Origin of Maliki

< Arabic Mālikī, derivative of name of founder, Mālik ibn Anas

Example Sentences

Sudani has launched his own political party but faces an unusual situation in that his party is still part of Maliki’s larger umbrella political group.

From The Wall Street Journal

Maliki is working to undermine him, political analysts said.

From The Wall Street Journal

As of Wednesday, just three current USC players — running back A’Marion Peterson, cornerback Maliki Crawford and edge rusher Lorenzo Cowan — had entered the portal.

From Los Angeles Times

Maliki Crawford and DeCarlos Nicholson added their own interceptions to join the party, as the group flashed its newfound size and length.

From Los Angeles Times

Corona Centennial 7, Norco 4: Mike Maliki hit a home run and had two RBIs for the Huskies.

From Los Angeles Times