Definition:
The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, during
which Muslims spend the daylight hours in a complete fast
Pronunciation:
rom-a-don • (noun) Example:
During Ramadan, Muslims fast and spend extra time in
devotion and prayer.
Alternate Spellings:
Ramadhan
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