HyperDic: mihrab

English > 2 senses of the word mihrab:
NOUNartifactmihrab(Islam) a design in the shape of niche in a Muslim prayer rug
artifactmihrab(Islam) a niche in the wall of a mosque that indicates the direction of Mecca
English > mihrab: 2 senses > noun 1, artifact
Meaning(Islam) a design in the shape of niche in a Muslim prayer rug; during worship the niche must be pointed toward Mecca.
CategoryIslam, Islamism, Mohammedanism, Muhammadanism, MuslimismThe monotheistic religious system of Muslims founded in Arabia in the 7th century and based on the teachings of Muhammad as laid down in the Koran
Part ofprayer rug, prayer matA small rug used by Muslims during their devotions
Broaderdesign, pattern, figureA decorative or artistic work
English > mihrab: 2 senses > noun 2, artifact
Meaning(Islam) a niche in the wall of a mosque that indicates the direction of Mecca.
CategoryIslam, Islamism, Mohammedanism, Muhammadanism, MuslimismThe monotheistic religious system of Muslims founded in Arabia in the 7th century and based on the teachings of Muhammad as laid down in the Koran
Part ofmosque(Islam) a Muslim place of worship that usually has a minaret
Broaderrecess, nicheAn enclosure that is set back or indented
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