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Definition of: Sunnite
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n′īt) noun
An orthodox Moslem of the sect accepting Sunna (tradition) and the Koran as of equal authority, and acknowledging the first four caliphs as rightful successors of the Prophet: opposed to Shiah. Also Sun·ni (sn′ē).
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