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n. - The monotheistic religious system of Muslims founded in Arabia in the 7th century and based on the teachings of Muhammad as laid down in the Koran; The civilization of Muslims collectively which is governed by the Muslim religion.

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  • He reaffirmed those opinions at a reading last week in London, condemning what he called Islam's "calamitous effect."
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  • Muslim/Moslem (a person who practices Islam) women of wear robes of "muslin" (cotton cloth) in adherence to the rules of "Islam" (the religious faith to which Muslims adhere).
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