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Dervish

Definition:

A dervish is a member of a Muslim religious group known for their mystical practices and ecstatic dance. Dervishes seek to achieve a state of spiritual intoxication or union with God.

Senses:

Noun:

1. A member of a Muslim religious group known for their mystical practices and ecstatic dance.
2. A person who is wildly excited, especially in a frenzied or uncontrollable manner.

Sample Sentences:

Noun - Sense 1:

1. Many dervishes gathered at the mosque to celebrate the Sufi festival.
2. The dervish swirled around in a whirling dance as the crowd watched in awe.

Noun - Sense 2:

1. The football fans went into a dervish of celebration after their team won the championship.
2. She has so much energy that she's like a dervish when she's excited.

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