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dervishes

/dɜːrvɪʃɪz/ noun · British & US
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What does dervishes mean?

noun

A member of a Muslim fraternity of ascetics, known for their whirling dances, or a similar group in other religions. A whirling or spinning motion.

Example

"The dervishes performed their traditional dance to the rhythm of the drums."

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