Kafir
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkæfə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Kafir is a noun meaning (uncountable) Ellipsis of kafir corn.
Meaning
(uncountable) Ellipsis of kafir corn.
More Meanings
- (Islam, countable, offensive, religious slur, politics) A disbeliever, a denier: someone who rejects or disbelieves in Allah or the tenets of Islam; or more broadly any non-Muslim.
Example Sentences
Kafir makes better forage than the duras.
In his sermon, Amir Hamza espoused extremist and segregationist views. He inferred that non-Muslims are “kafir” (infidels).
Kafir is confined practically to the Southwestern States where, owing to its drought resistant character, it has become an important crop.
Word Forms
- kafirs
- kafirun
Synonyms for kafir
Depending on context, synonyms include caffer, caffre, kaffir.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include caffer, caffre, kaffir, zulu, kaafir, kefir.
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