Emeer (Noun)
Meaning
An independent ruler or chieftain (especially in Africa or Arabia).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The emeer of the small African kingdom was known for his wisdom and fairness.
- In the 19th century, the emeer of Kano was a powerful leader in what is now northern Nigeria.
- The emeer's palace was a grand structure that reflected the wealth and influence of the ruler.
- After the emeer's death, a bitter struggle for succession broke out among his sons.
- The emeer's authority was respected by all, and his leadership brought peace and prosperity to the region.