Divan (Noun)

Meaning 1

A collection of Persian or Arabic poems (usually by one author).

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Synonyms

  • Diwan

Meaning 2

A Muslim council chamber or law court.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

  • Diwan

Hypernyms

  • Council Chamber

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.

Synonyms

  • Diwan

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.

Hypernyms

  • Couch
  • Lounge
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