prayer rug

prayer rug

P0504800 (prâr)n. A small rug used by Muslims to kneel and prostrate themselves upon during devotions.

prayer rug

(prɛə) n (Islam) the small carpet on which a Muslim kneels and prostrates himself while saying his prayers. Also called: prayer mat

prayer′ rug`

(prɛər)
n. a small rug on which a Muslim kneels during devotions. [1900–05]

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prayer rug - a small rug used by Muslims during their devotionsprayer matmihrab - (Islam) a design in the shape of niche in a Muslim prayer rug; during worship the niche must be pointed toward Meccacarpet, carpeting, rug - floor covering consisting of a piece of thick heavy fabric (usually with nap or pile)