zakat

Definition of zakat

Nouns

the fourth pillar of Islam is almsgiving as an act of worship
"the zakat is earmarked for the poor and disabled"
Type of:
charity
an activity or gift that benefits the public at large
pillar of Islam
(Islam) one of the five religious obligations accepted by all Muslims

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