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wudu

Pronunciation: /wʊˈduː/

Definition of wudu

noun

[mass noun] Islam
  • ritual washing to be performed in preparation for prayer and worship. Compare with ghusl.

Origin:

Arabic wuḍū' 'purity, cleanliness', from waḍu'a 'be pure or clean'

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