Definition

Noun: 1. A supernatural spirit in Islamic mythology: In Islam, a djinni (also spelled jinni or genie) is an intelligent spirit, created from smokeless fire. Djinn are believed to be invisible beings that can appear in various forms, influence humans, and possess free will, meaning they can be good, evil, or neutral.

Examples of Usage

• According to Islamic tradition, a djinni might choose to help or harm a person.
• The story of Aladdin features a powerful djinni who lives in a lamp and grants wishes.
• Some folklore tells of travelers in the desert being tricked by a mischievous djinni.

Advanced Usage

• "To be possessed by a djinni": This phrase is used to describe a person who is believed to be under the control or influence of such a spirit.
  • The old tale spoke of a warrior who was possessed by a djinni and gained incredible strength.

Variants and Related Words

• Jinni (n): The more common singular form of "djinni."
• Genie (n): The common English form, popularized by folklore and literature, often associated with a spirit bound to an object like a lamp.
• Djinn (n): The plural form (also Jinn).
• Djinniyah (n): A feminine form for a female jinni.

Synonyms

• Spirit: A general term for a non-physical being.
• Demon: Often used as a synonym for an evil jinni, though not all djinn are evil.
• Supernatural being: A broad term encompassing spirits, ghosts, and other entities.

Related Idioms and Phrases

• "To have a djinni in a bottle": This is a metaphorical idiom, derived from the "genie in a lamp" concept, meaning to have a powerful secret or a source of great potential power that is contained or controlled.
  • With this new invention, the company felt like it had a djinni in a bottle.

Noun

1. (Islam) an invisible spirit mentioned in the Koran and believed by Muslims to inhabit the earth and influence mankind by appearing in the form of humans or animals