emirate
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/ˈɛmɪˌreɪt/
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/ˈɛmɪərət/
territory ruled by an emir
Etymology
Etymology Information
'emirate' originates from Arabic, specifically the word 'imāra', where 'imāra' meant 'command, rule, or principality'.
Historical Evolution
'imāra' was adopted into Medieval Latin as 'emiratus', and eventually became the modern English word 'emirate'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the office or jurisdiction of an emir', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a territory or state ruled by an emir'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a territory, state, or country ruled by an emir (a Muslim ruler or prince).
The United Arab Emirates is a federation of seven emirates.
Synonyms
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