Muezzin (noun)

  1. A person who leads the call to prayer in a mosque, usually from a minaret.
  2. A Muslim appointed to lead the call to prayer and perform other religious duties in a mosque.

Origin:

The word muezzin comes from the arabic word 'mu'adhdhin', which refers to the person who makes the call to prayer in a mosque. it has been adopted into english, especially in the context of islam, to refer to the person who performs this function.

Examples:

  1. The muezzin's call to prayer echoed through the city, summoning Muslims to come and worship.
  2. The muezzin stood in the minaret, facing Mecca, and recited the call to prayer.
  3. The muezzin was respected by the community for his devotion to his faith and his role in the mosque.
  4. The muezzin's powerful voice was well-known throughout the city, and his call to prayer was an integral part of daily life.
  5. The muezzin's duties included leading the call to prayer, as well as overseeing the mosque and performing other religious duties.
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