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- DictionaryMoro/ˈmɔːrəʊ/
noun
- 1. a Muslim inhabitant of the Philippines.
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Moro people or Bangsamoro people are the 13 Muslim-majority ethnolinguistic groups of Mindanao, Sulu, and Palawan, native to the region known as the Bangsamoro. The term Moro originated from the Spanish and was used to refer to Muslims in general, while Bangsamoro is a more recent term that denotes both the people and their homeland.
Moro is a term for various Muslim groups that live in the southern islands of the Philippines. They have a long history of resistance against colonial and national rule, and face conflicts with Christian Filipinos and other Moro factions.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Moro is the name for Filipino Muslim ethno-linguistic groups, who have a long history of resistance and conflict with the Christian-dominated government. Learn about their culture, languages, religion, and struggles for autonomy and recognition.
Moro can refer to a Muslim people or language of the Philippines, or a Spanish word for Moor. Learn more about the etymology, history, and usage of Moro from Merriam-Webster.
Feb 8, 2021 · Moro is a term for 13 Muslim groups in the Philippines, who have a long history of resistance against colonial and state rule. Learn about their origins, struggles and challenges in this article by Amaliah, a Muslim lifestyle platform.
What does the word Moro mean? There are two meanings listed in OED's entry for the word Moro . See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.
Oct 20, 2012 · Moro is a term for the 13 Islamized ethnolinguistic groups of Mindanao, Sulu and Palawan. Learn about their history, culture, identity and struggle against Spanish and Filipino colonization.
