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Word: sheik (lookup usage) (lookup stats)


Meaning:

Noun:

  • colloquial An Islamic religious clergy; the leader of an Islamic religious order.
  • 1920s A romantic lover. turn this into real quote (''from The Sheikh, 1921 film'')
  • some Gulf countries An official title for members of the royal family as well as some prominent families.
  • slang An Arab, especially one dressed in traditional clothing.
  • The leader of an Arab village, family or small tribe.

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