Is·lam
 Islam
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noun |
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Islam is one of the major religions of the world. Most people whose religion is Islam live in Africa, the Middle East, and other parts of Asia. People who believe in Islam are called Muslims.
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Islamic (adj.) |
Islam is from an Arabic word that means "to surrender (to God)."