How to pronounce“hijab”in English
IPA/hɪˈd͡ʒɑːb/
Syllableshi·jab
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Definitions of “hijab”
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noun
A traditional headscarf worn by Muslim women, covering the hair and neck.
““When I’m dressed like this, they know,” says Lufta Islam, touching her hijab and long dress. ” ‘OK, she’s a Muslim girl.’ “”
noun
The practice, among Muslim women, of covering the body after the age of puberty in front of non-related (non-family) adult males.
“The belief that Muslim females observe hijab because men force them to do so insults some Muslim females who have based their decision on their understanding of Islam.”