sunna

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Noun sunna has 1 sense

Sunnah, Sunna, hadith - (Islam) the way of life prescribed as normative for Muslims on the basis of the teachings and practices of Muhammad and interpretations of the Koran
--₁ is a kind of way, path, way of life

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Sunna

Noun (Islam)

Definition: The traditional customs and acts of the Prophet Muhammad, considered a model for Muslims to follow.

Example Sentence: Muslims strive to follow the sunna by emulating the Prophet Muhammad's behavior and teachings.

Noun (Norse mythology)

Definition: The female personification of the sun in Norse mythology.

Example Sentence: Sunna drove her chariot across the sky, bringing light and warmth to the world.

Noun (Sociology)

Definition: The aspect of culture or society that is widely accepted as the norm.

Example Sentence: Wearing formal attire to job interviews is considered part of the sunna of professional behavior.