talaq

/ tæˈlɑːk /

noun

1. a form of divorce under Islamic law in which the husband repudiates the marriage by saying `talaq' three times

Word History and Origins

Origin of talaq¹

C21: from Arabic ṭalaḳ divorce, from ṭalaḳas to repudiate

Example Sentences

Moslem husbands can get rid of their wives by repeating the word talaq (surrender) thrice, in the presence of witnesses.

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