Meaning & use
Softa
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A student of Islamic theology and law, especially in a traditional madrasa in Turkey or the Middle East.
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The young softa spent his days memorizing passages of religious law.
Softas gathered in the courtyard of the madrasa to debate scripture.
A note on using this word
The term entered English from Turkish, ultimately derived from Persian, referring specifically to students of Islamic religious education.
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theological student
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