Muhammadan

or Mu·ham·med·an

[ moo-ham-uh-dn ]

noun

1. Muslim ( defs 1, 2 ).

Muhammadan

/ mʊˈhæmədən /

noun

1. rare.
   another word (not in Muslim use) for Muslim

Other Words From

• half-Mu·hammad·an adjective
• non-Mu·hammad·an adjective noun
• non-Mu·hammed·an adjective noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of Muhammadan¹

First recorded in 1960–65; Muhammad + -an

Example Sentences

"Hussein is a Muhammadan," Geller writes in one post about the president, using his middle name.

From The Daily Beast

The Muhammadan tribes followed their example, and for a time British authority ceased to exist.

From Project Gutenberg

The early Muhammadan kings occupied it and adorned it with splendid buildings.

From Project Gutenberg

Henceforth its history was intimately connected with Muhammadan rule in India.

From Project Gutenberg

An important place in Hindu and Muhammadan times (pages 172 and 179).

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An old town of great importance in Muhammadan period (pages 177 and 180).

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