Definition

1. Noun:
   • An Islamic religious school: A "madrasah" is an educational institution, often a school or college, that provides instruction in Islamic religion, law, and related subjects. It is a core institution for Islamic learning in many communities.

Usage

• The primary function of a "madrasah" is to teach the Quran, Islamic jurisprudence (fiqh), and the Arabic language.
• It can refer to a range of institutions, from small local Quranic schools to larger, more formal colleges.

Examples

• Noun:
  • He received his early education at a local madrasah.
  • The madrasah teaches students to read and memorize the Holy Quran.
  • The curriculum at that madrasah includes both religious and secular subjects.

Advanced Usage

• "Madrasah education": Refers to the system or type of learning provided by these Islamic schools.
  • Madrasah education has a long and respected history in the Muslim world.

Variants and Related Words

• Madrasa (n): An alternative spelling for "madrasah".
• Madrassa (n): Another common alternative spelling.
• Madāris (n): The plural form of "madrasah" in Arabic, sometimes used in English academic contexts.

Synonyms

• Islamic school: A general term for a school with an Islamic religious focus.
• Seminary: In some contexts, this can be a synonym, though "seminary" is a broader term for a religious training college.

Related Phrases

• "Madrasah system": Refers to the network or overall structure of these schools within a region or country.
  • Reforms to the madrasah system are being discussed.

Noun

1. Muslim schools in Bangladesh and Pakistan
   • the Pakistan government decided to close down madrasas that provided military training for their students
   • many madrasas in Bangladesh are supported with money from Saudi Arabia