Word of the Day:
hijab
What It Means
A traditional headscarf worn by Muslim women, covering the hair and neck.
The practice, among Muslim women, of covering the body after the age of puberty in front of non-related (non-family) adult males.
Hijab in Context
““When I’m dressed like this, they know,” says Lufta Islam, touching her hijab and long dress. ” ‘OK, she’s a Muslim girl.’ “”
Did You Know?
Borrowed from Arabic حِجَاب (ḥijāb, “veil”).
Source and license
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