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Definition of Mohammedanize in English:

Mohammedanize

(also Mohamedanize)

verb

  • with object To convert to Islam; to cause to conform to Muslim principles and practices.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in Noah Webster (1758–1843), lexicographer. From Mohammedan + -ize.

Pronunciation

Mohammedanize

/mʊˈhamədənʌɪz/ /mʊˈhaməd(ə)nʌɪz/