Definitions

1. noun

A month of fasting observed by Muslims, considered the ninth month of the Islamic calendar.

“During Ramadan, Muslims abstain from food and drink from dawn to sunset.”

2. proper noun

The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, during which Muslims fast from dawn to sunset.

“The community is preparing for the start of Ramadan.”

3. verb

To observe the month of Ramadan, especially by fasting from dawn to sunset.

“Many Muslims choose to Ramadan this year.”