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What does the hijab mean to the women who wear it? Whether a woman has decided to wear it or not, the hijab means something different to various Muslim women all around the world. Check out Al Jazeera's new feature to see a few perspectives.

What about you: any Muslim women want to weigh in on what the hijab means to them? We look forward to your comments!

What the hijab means to me From Nigeria to Uruguay, women share their thoughts and feelings about the hijab.