sharia

noun

Stress: second syllable

Syllables: sha-ri-a (3)
English Definition

Islamic canonical law based on the teachings of the Koran.

Example Sentence

The court ruled according to Sharia law.

US IPA /ΚƒΙ™Λˆriːə/
UK IPA /ΚƒΙ™Λˆriːə/

Synonyms

Islamic law divine law religious code

Antonyms

secular law civil law