Divan (Noun)
Meaning 1
A collection of Persian or Arabic poems (usually by one author).
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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Meaning 2
A Muslim council chamber or law court.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 3
A Muslim council of state.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The Sultan convened an emergency divan to discuss the growing threat from the neighboring kingdom.
- The divan was attended by the highest-ranking officials in the land, including the Grand Vizier and the Chief Mufti.
- The Ottoman Empire's divan was known for its complex and often contentious decision-making process.
- In the 16th century, the divan was the primary governing body of the Mughal Empire in India.
- The divan's decision to declare war on the rival state was met with widespread approval from the population.
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Meaning 4
A long backless sofa (usually with pillows against a wall).
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The elegant divan in the living room was the perfect place to take a nap.
- After rearranging the furniture, they placed the divan in front of the large window to take advantage of the natural light.
- She sat on the divan, propped up with pillows, and read a book for hours.
- The plush divan was adorned with vibrant throw pillows and colorful blankets, adding a pop of color to the room.
- He fell asleep on the divan while watching TV, the soft cushions cradling his weary body.