masjid
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Definition
Noun: 1. A Muslim place of worship: A building or dedicated space where Muslims gather to perform their prayers, particularly the five daily obligatory prayers (Salah). It serves as a central community hub for religious, educational, and social activities.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The community raised funds to build a new masjid in the neighborhood.
- Every Friday, Muslims congregate at the masjid for the Jumu'ah prayer.
- The masjid was not just for prayer; it also hosted classes and charity events.
Advanced Usage
- "The local masjid": A common phrase emphasizing the mosque serving a specific community.
- The imam of the local masjid gave a sermon on unity.
- "Masjid committee": Refers to the administrative body managing the mosque's affairs.
- The masjid committee organized a food drive for the homeless.
Variants and Related Words
- Mosque (n): The more common English synonym for masjid. Both terms are often used interchangeably.
- The historic mosque (or masjid) is a popular tourist site.
- Masjids (n): The standard plural form.
- There are several beautiful masjids in the city.
- Jama Masjid (n): A term, often used in South Asia, for a large congregational mosque.
- We visited the famous Jama Masjid in Delhi.
Synonyms
- Mosque: A Muslim house of worship.
- Musalla: A smaller or temporary prayer room or space, not necessarily a full mosque.
Related Phrases
- To attend the masjid: To go to the mosque for prayer or events.
- He makes an effort to attend the masjid daily.
- Masjid grounds: The area or property belonging to the mosque.
- Children were playing safely on the masjid grounds.
Noun
- (Islam) a Muslim place of worship