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Noun: Ismaili  ,is-mey'ee-lee
  1. An adherent of Ismailism; a member of the Ismaili branch of Shiism
    - Ismailian
Adjective: Ismaili  ,is-mey'ee-lee
  1. Of or relating to a branch of Shiism that is noted for its esoteric philosophy
    "The Ismaili community has a strong presence in certain parts of India"

Derived forms: Ismailis

Type of: adherent, disciple

Encyclopedia: Ismaili