Senussi

Senusi

/ (sɛˈnuːsɪ) /

noun plural -sis

a member of a zealous and aggressive Muslim sect of North Africa and Arabia, founded in 1837 by Sidi Mohammed ibn Ali al Senussi (?1787–1859)

Derived forms of Senussi

Senussian or Senusian, adjective

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Examples from the Web for senussi

The ICC made its decision despite the fact that Libya did not allow us a single visit to Senussi.
Meet Amal Alamuddin, George Clooney’s Wife|Lizzie Crocker, Chris Allbritton|September 28, 2014|DAILY BEAST
A Libyan official said Senussi was being held with other former regime members, including a former prime minister.
What Does Gaddafi’s Ex-Spy Chief Know About Lockerbie?|The Telegraph|September 6, 2012|DAILY BEAST
Senussi influence is strong and there is a large zawia (convent).
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Slice 5|Various
Or he might be a fellow that preached a pure religion, like the chap that founded the Senussi.
Greenmantle|John Buchan

And what is true of the Senussi holds equally for the other wise leaders who guide the Pan-Islamic movement.
The Rising Tide of Color Against White World-Supremacy|Theodore Lothrop Stoddard
No reports of other activity by the Senussi were forthcoming.
The Annual Register 1914|Anonymous
These Fabian tactics as regards open warfare do not mean that the Senussi are idle.
The Rising Tide of Color Against White World-Supremacy|Theodore Lothrop Stoddard