hijab

Definitions

1. Alternative spelling of hijab.
   alt-of, alternative
2. A traditional headscarf worn by Muslim women, covering the hair and neck.
   countable
3. The practice, among Muslim women, of covering the body after the age of puberty in front of non-related (non-family) adult males.
   uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

““When I’m dressed like⟳ this, they know⟳,” says Lufta Islam, touching her hijab and long dress. ” ‘OK, she’s a Muslim girl.’ “”

“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.”

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