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How to pronounce fatwa

noun

IPA: /ˈfatwɑː/

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The correct spelling is fatwa. A legal opinion, decree or ruling issued by a mufti or other Islamic lawyer. For example: "I think the fatwas on that website are totally unreliable."

Usage Examples

I think the fatwas on that website are totally unreliable.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A legal opinion, decree or ruling issued by a mufti or other Islamic lawyer.

verb

  1. 1.To make somebody the subject of a fatwa, especially a ban or death sentence.

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