the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. Same as emir.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. See emir.
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n. an independent ruler or chieftain (especially in Africa or Arabia)
Word Usage
"Every day he used to ride to the horse-course; and when he returned, he sat to judge the people, and administered justice between the emeer and the poor man."