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Term: Haram

Description:

Haram is an Arabic term used to describe something that is forbidden or prohibited in Islam.

Senses and Usages:

1. Adjective (Religious Sense): In Islamic law, haram refers to actions, behaviors, or substances that are strictly prohibited according to the teachings of the Quran. It is considered sinful and morally wrong to engage in anything that is haram.

Example Sentence: Consuming alcohol is haram in Islam.

2. Adjective (General Sense): Outside the Islamic context, haram can also be used to refer to something that is socially or morally unacceptable.

Example Sentence: Cheating on exams is haram in any educational institution.

3. Noun: Haram can be used as a noun to describe a place where certain actions or things are prohibited.

Example Sentence: The casino was a haram for him due to his religious beliefs.

4. Noun (Specific Meat Sense): In Islamic dietary laws, haram is used to describe meat that is forbidden or not permissible for consumption. It refers to meat that has not been prepared according to the prescribed Islamic guidelines.

Example Sentence: As a practicing Muslim, she only eats halal meat and avoids haram meat.

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