Associations to the word «Hijab»

Wiktionary

HIJAB, noun. (uncountable) (Islam) The practice, among Muslim women, of covering the body after the age of puberty in front of non-related adult males.
HIJAB, noun. (countable) A traditional headscarf worn by Muslim women, covering the hair and neck.
HIJĀB, noun. Alternative spelling of hijab

Dictionary definition

HIJAB, noun. A headscarf worn by Muslim women; conceals the hair and neck and usually has a face veil that covers the face.
HIJAB, noun. The custom in some Islamic societies of women dressing modestly outside the home; "she observes the hijab and does not wear tight clothing".

Wise words

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