Definitions

1. noun

a name or honorific title given to a person, especially a Muslim

“The imam was given the title of Abu as a sign of respect.”

2. proper noun

a specific person’s name, especially a Muslim with an honorific title

“Abu Bakr was one of the companions of the Prophet Muhammad.”

3. verb

to precede or prefix something with a title or honorific

“She abu-ed her name with her father’s title to show family pride.”