Sheik (Noun)
Meaning 1
A man who is much concerned with his dress and appearance.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
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Meaning 2
The leader of an Arab village or family.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The elderly sheik, revered by the community for his wisdom, decided the matter in favor of the younger family.
- After many years of travel, the foreign visitor was warmly received by the local sheik and invited to join in the feast.
- Sheik Abdulah bin Jammal led his people with a strong and fair hand, loved and respected by all who knew him.
- It was an honor for our delegation to be granted an audience with the illustrious sheik and receive his guidance on trade relations.
- For centuries, the wealthy and influential Sheik Mahmod al Hassan's family had held great sway in regional politics.