Koran

[ kuh-rahn, -ran, kaw-, koh- ]

noun

1. Quran ( def ).

Koran

/ kɔːˈrɑːn /

noun

1. the sacred book of Islam, believed by Muslims to be the infallible word of God dictated to Mohammed through the medium of the angel Gabriel AlsoQur'an

Koran

1. The sacred book of Islam . Muslims believe that the teachings of the Koran were revealed by God to the prophet Muhammad .

Derived Forms

• Koˈranic, adjective

Other Words From

• Ko·ran·ic [k, uh, -, ran, -ik, kaw-, koh-], adjective
• pre-Ko·ranic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of Koran¹

C17: from Arabic qur'ān reading, book; related to qara'a to read, recite

Example Sentences

Mr Beer said sometimes this involved the use of amulets known as “taweez”, which can contain written verses of the Koran and can be worn around the neck.

From BBC

Mario Koran is a Times reporter in Wisconsin and a member of the Local Investigations Fellowship, which helps reporters develop the skills to tell investigative stories in their communities.

From New York Times

While recitations from the Koran were read out, dancing and music remain effectively banned by the country's Taliban rulers since they returned to power in August 2021.

From BBC

He went as far as saying he would put on hold his promise to ban the Koran.

From BBC

The same month the government raised Sweden's terrorism threat level, saying it had thwarted attacks after Koran burnings triggered threats from Islamist militants.

From Reuters