imam

UK
/ɪˈmɑːm/
US
/ɪˈmɑm/

Translations

imamnoun
imams
pl
UK
/ɪˈmɑːm/
US
/ɪˈmɑm/
The imam led the prayer at the mosque.
Имам вел молитву в мечети.
Synonyms
religious leader
spiritual leader

Definitions

imamnoun
A leader of prayer in a mosque.
The imam led the congregation in the Friday prayers.
A title of various Muslim leaders, especially of one succeeding Muhammad as leader of Shiite Islam.
The imam was revered by the community for his wisdom and leadership.