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ISMAILI
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I. (noun)
Sense 1
Meaning:
An adherent of Ismailism; a member of the Ismaili branch of Shiism
Synonyms:
Ismaili; Ismailian
Classified under:
Hypernyms ("Ismaili" is a kind of...):
adherent; disciple (someone who believes and helps to spread the doctrine of another)
II. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Of or relating to a branch of Shiism that is noted for its esoteric philosophy
Classified under:
Relational adjectives (pertainyms)
Pertainym:
Ismailism (the branch of Shiism noted for its esoteric philosophy)