Understand the muezzin's role as a traditional figure in Islamic society symbolizing discipline and unity. A respectful silence fell over the marketplace as the muezzin called the faithful to prayer.
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Geographical Use
Remember that 'muezzin' is used in regions where Islam is practiced, it may be less known elsewhere. On my trip to Morocco, I was awakened each morning by the muezzin's call.
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Specific Context
Use 'muezzin' specifically to refer to the caller to prayer, not just any person in a mosque. The muezzin climbed the minaret, his voice soon to be heard across the neighborhood.