alcoranist
|al-co-ran-ist|
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/ælˈkɔːrənɪst/
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/ælˈkɒrənɪst/
follower of the Quran
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alcoranist' originates from the word 'Alcoran,' an archaic term for the Quran, the holy book of Islam.
Historical Evolution
'Alcoran' was used in Middle English to refer to the Quran, and 'alcoranist' was derived to describe a follower of the Quran.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a follower of the Quran,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who adheres to or follows the teachings of the Alcoran (Quran).
The alcoranist devoted his life to studying the Quran.
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Last updated: 2025/06/16 09:06