Meaning of the word Sufi in English

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Sufi

US /ˈsuː.fi/
UK /ˈsuː.fi/
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Noun

a follower of Sufism, a mystical form of Islam that emphasizes the inward search for God

Example:
The Sufi spent hours in meditation and prayer.
Many Sufis express their devotion through poetry and music.

Adjective

relating to Sufism or its followers

Example:
He is a scholar of Sufi literature.
The Sufi whirling dance is world-famous.