razor-bridge
now rare
noun
A narrow bridge; specifically (in Islamic tradition) Al Sirāt, the thin, sharp bridge believed to lead over hell.
Origin
Early 19th century; earliest use found in The Monthly Review. In specific use with reference to Islamic tradition translating Arabic al-ṣirāṭ, lit. ‘the path’.
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