mallam

/ ˈmælæm; -əm /

noun

1. (in Islamic W Africa) a man learned in Koranic studies
2. (in N Nigeria) a title and form of address for a learned or educated man

Word History and Origins

Origin of mallam¹

C20: from Hausa

Example Sentences

We also paid a few visits to local notables, chief amongst whom is the Mallam Mohammed.

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This particular Mallam struck me as being absolutely the finest-looking native I had seen during our trip.

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They found here Mallam Dendow, a cousin of Bello, very old and feeble.

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As she looked, Dora passed by, and broad-shouldered young Mallam with her.

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She thought Dora must be charming, since Mallam was in love with her.

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