syaitan — meaning in English

English meaning

• devil noun In Christian and Jewish tradition, the supreme evil spirit; Satan.
• shaitan noun a demon/devil; or evil jinn.

Senses

syaitan is used for these senses in English:

• Shaitan (Islam) Iblis, Satan.
• devil (theology) An evil creature, the objectification of a hostile and destructive force.

devil — full definition

1. noun In Christian and Jewish tradition, the supreme evil spirit; Satan.
2. noun A wicked, cruel, or mischievous person (also used affectionately, especially of a child).
3. verb To season food heavily with spices, especially mustard or pepper.
4. verb To work for a barrister or writer without pay or credit, usually to gain experience.

shaitan — full definition

1. noun a demon/devil; or evil jinn.
2. noun A dust storm.

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