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Sunni

nounmasculine/femininegeneral usecommon/suˈnitɐ/su·ni·ta

Definition

1

An adherent of Sunni Islam, the largest branch of Islam, following the Sunna (traditions) of the Prophet Muhammad.

Usage examples

Sunni Muslims constitute the majority in many Arab countries.
The split between Sunni and Shia dates back centuries.

Antonyms

Common combinations

Sunni MuslimSunni communitySunni branch