sheikhdom

Thân thiện

The sheikhdom is a peaceful desert region with a large oasis at its center.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A territory or domain ruled by a sheikh: A sheikhdom is a geographical area, tribe, or community over which a sheikh holds political and often traditional authority.

Usage

• The word "sheikhdom" is used to describe a specific type of political or tribal unit, common in parts of the Middle East and North Africa. It refers to the jurisdiction and people under a sheikh's rule.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The ancient sheikhdom was known for its prosperous trade routes.
  • After the treaty, the sheikhdom gained greater autonomy.
  • He inherited the leadership of the sheikhdom from his father.

Advanced Usage

• Historical and Anthropological Context: The term is often used in historical, political, and anthropological discussions to describe pre-modern or traditional governance structures.
  • The study focused on the legal systems within various Bedouin sheikhdoms.

Variants and Related Words

• Sheikh (also Sheik): (noun) The male leader or chief of an Arab family, village, or tribe.
• Emirate: (noun) A similar political territory ruled by an emir, often larger or with a different historical context than a sheikhdom.

Synonyms

• Chiefdom: A territory ruled by a chief.
• Principality: A state ruled by a prince, though this often implies a different cultural and historical context.

Related Phrases

• Rule of the sheikh: A phrase describing the governance system of a sheikhdom.
  • The rule of the sheikh was based on a combination of tribal law and Islamic principles.

Học thuật

Noun

1. the domain ruled by a sheik

Từ đồng nghĩa

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