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dhimma - What does it mean?

Definition of 'dhimma'

English

Noun

(en-noun)
  • A form of social contract in a state under sharia law granting special status to all or certain non-Muslim subjects, providing rights of residence in return for taxes.

    • Related terms

    * dhimmi

    See also

    * (pedia)

    Similar to 'dhimma'

    duenna, doona, dhamma, donna, dinna, dhyana, damma, dionaea, dianoia, daana