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Pre-Islamic

Definition:

The term "pre-Islamic" refers to the period or events that occurred before the advent of Islam, specifically referencing the time and practices existing in regions before the emergence of the Islamic religion.

Parts of Speech:

• Adjective
• Noun

Senses:

Adjective

1. Pertaining to or relating to the time, culture, or practices before the rise of Islam.

Noun

1. The period or era before the establishment of Islamic beliefs or practices.

Examples:

Adjective:

Sense: Pertaining to or relating to the time before the rise of Islam

1. The pre-Islamic art of the Middle East was characterized by intricate geometric patterns.

2. Many ancient pre-Islamic tombs can still be found across the Arabian Peninsula.

3. The pre-Islamic literature of Persia greatly influenced later Islamic scholars.

Noun:

Sense: The period before the establishment of Islamic beliefs

1. The archaeological findings shed light on the customs and traditions of the pre-Islamic era.

2. The pre-Islamic period witnessed the flourishing of various tribal societies.

3. Scholars have extensively studied the poetry of pre-Islamic Arab poets.

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