Talaq
طلاق
tah-LAHK
Islamic term for divorce initiated by the husband.
Meaning & usage
Talaq is an Islamic term referring to the process of divorce initiated by the husband. In Islamic law, it allows a husband to legally divorce his wife by pronouncing 'talaq' three times, although the practice and its acceptability vary across different cultures and legal systems. The concept has been subject to legal reforms and debates, particularly regarding women's rights.
In a sentence
The couple decided to pursue talaq after several attempts at reconciliation.
As seen in crosswords
Talaq is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:
“Islamic term for divorce initiated by the husband” (5)
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