shariah

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A form of shari'a — A body of religious law forming a part of the Islamic tradition based on the scriptures of Islam, particularly the Qur'an and hadith.

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Meanings

nounshariah (uncountable)
  1. alternativeuncountableAlternative spelling of shari'a.

Synonyms & antonyms

nounthe code of law derived from the Koran and from the teachings and example of Mohammed

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lawjurisprudence
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shariasharia law

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