tribal sheik
Definition
- Noun:
- The leader of an Arab village or family: A "tribal sheik" is a traditional leader, specifically an Arab chief who holds authority over a tribe, clan, village, or extended family group.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The tribal sheik resolved the dispute between the two families.
- Decisions about water rights were made by the tribal sheik.
- As the new tribal sheik, he inherited both respect and significant responsibility.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in historical, anthropological, or geopolitical contexts to describe traditional power structures in Arab societies.
- It can imply a leadership role that is based on heredity, seniority, and consensus within the tribe.
Variants and Related Words
- Sheik (also spelled Sheikh): A more general term for an Arab leader, a man respected for his age, wisdom, or religious role. A "tribal sheik" is a specific type of sheik.
- Chieftain: A leader of a tribe or clan, often used in a broader, non-Arab context.
- Elder: A senior member of a community, often involved in decision-making.
Synonyms
- Tribal chief
- Arab chieftain
- Head of the tribe
Notes on Meaning
- The term specifically denotes leadership within a tribal structure, distinguishing it from other types of leaders like kings, presidents, or religious sheiks.
- The authority of a tribal sheik is typically traditional and social, rather than purely political in a modern state sense.
Noun
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the leader of an Arab village or family
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