Emir: meaning, definitions and examples
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emir
[ ษชหmษชr ]
ruler title
An emir is a title of high office used in a variety of contexts in the Muslim world, particularly in parts of the Middle East and North Africa. Historically, it has been used to refer to a commander or leader, often one who ruled over a specific region or territory. The term denotes a position of authority and can sometimes have military connotations.
Synonyms
commander, leader, prince, sheikh.
Examples of usage
- The emir of Qatar addressed the nation last night.
- She was honored to meet the emir during the cultural festival.
- The emirate is known for its vast oil reserves.
- He was appointed as an emir to oversee the newly acquired provinces.
Translations
Translations of the word "emir" in other languages:
๐ต๐น emir
๐ฎ๐ณ เค เคฎเฅเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช Emir
๐ฎ๐ฉ emir
๐บ๐ฆ ะตะผัั
๐ต๐ฑ emir
๐ฏ๐ต ใจใใผใซ
๐ซ๐ท รฉmir
๐ช๐ธ emir
๐น๐ท emir
๐ฐ๐ท ์๋ฏธ๋ฅด
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฃู ูุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ emรญr
๐ธ๐ฐ emรญr
๐จ๐ณ ๅ็ฑณๅฐ
๐ธ๐ฎ emir
๐ฎ๐ธ emรญr
๐ฐ๐ฟ ำะผัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ ษmir
๐ฒ๐ฝ emir
Etymology
The term 'emir' is derived from the Arabic word 'amir', which means 'commander' or 'leader'. It has its roots in the early Islamic period, where military leaders were referred to as amirs. As the Islamic Caliphate expanded, various regions adopted the title, often combining it with local governance systems. The title came to be associated with nobility, where emirs governed specific territories within larger empires. Over time, the term evolved and is still used today in various countries as a title for rulers, particularly in the Gulf states. The historical significance of the emirate also reflects the cultural and political developments in the Arab world.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #29,232, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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- 29229 trivially
- 29230 incapacitating
- 29231 allocative
- 29232 emir
- 29233 obsessively
- 29234 swastika
- 29235 sourly
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