ameerates
|a-meer-ates|
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/əˈmɪərˌeɪts/
(ameerate)
territory ruled by an emir
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ameerate' originates from Arabic, specifically the word 'amir', where 'amir' meant 'commander' or 'prince'.
Historical Evolution
'amir' transformed into the English word 'ameerate', and eventually became the modern English word 'ameerates' as its plural form.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a territory ruled by a commander', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a political territory ruled by an ameer or emir.
The ameerates of the region were known for their rich cultural heritage.
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Last updated: 2025/07/12 06:21