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mosque
/mɒsk/
[/mɒsk/]
Muslim place of worship
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A building where Muslims gather to pray.
Example
The call to prayer echoed from the mosque across the quiet streets of the old city.
The call to prayer echoed from the mosque across the quiet streets of the old city.
Etymology
From French 'mosquee', from Arabic 'masjid', a place of prostration.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in religious and cultural contexts.
Cultural Note
Mosques are central to Muslim communities and often feature beautiful domes and minarets.