mufti
|muf-ti|
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/ˈmʌfti/
Islamic legal expert; civilian clothes
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mufti' originates from Arabic, specifically the word 'muftī', where 'muftī' meant 'a legal expert'.
Historical Evolution
'muftī' was adopted into English from Arabic, maintaining its original meaning related to Islamic law.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a legal expert in Islamic law', but over time it also came to mean 'civilian clothes worn by military personnel'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a Muslim legal expert who is empowered to give rulings on religious matters.
The mufti issued a fatwa regarding the new law.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/07 00:17