Word
halal
Phoneticsha·lal
UK/hˈæləl/
Definition
adj. allowed or permitted according to Islamic law. It most often describes food, especially meat, that is prepared in a specific way.
adj. permissible or lawful according to Islamic law. While applicable to all aspects of life, it is most frequently used to describe dietary standards, particularly the ritual slaughter of animals.
Examples
“This restaurant serves only halal meat.”
“The supermarket expanded its international section to include a wider variety of halal certified products for the local community.”
“The certification process ensures that every stage of production adheres to strict ethical and religious guidelines, providing assurance to consumers seeking halal options in a globalized market.”
Examples
simple
“This restaurant serves only halal meat.”
contextual
“The supermarket expanded its international section to include a wider variety of halal certified products for the local community.”
complex
“The certification process ensures that every stage of production adheres to strict ethical and religious guidelines, providing assurance to consumers seeking halal options in a globalized market.”
Usage
Typically used attributively before a noun; often contrasted with 'haram'.
Etymology
From Arabic حَلَال (ḥalāl).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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