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Definition of Mohammedanize in English:

Mohammedanize

verb

(also Mohamedanize)

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

    Not used or favoured by Muslims: see note at "Mohammedan".

Pronunciation

Mohammedanize

/mʊˈhamədənʌɪz/ /mʊˈhaməd(ə)nʌɪz/

Origin

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