Definition

Noun: - The leader of an Arab village or family: A "tribal sheikh" is a traditional leader, typically a male elder, who holds authority over a tribe, clan, or extended family group within Arab societies. The role is often based on lineage, wisdom, and consensus.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The tribal sheikh mediated the dispute between the two families.
  • Decisions about water rights were brought before the tribal sheikh.
  • As the new tribal sheikh, he inherited both respect and significant responsibility.

Advanced Usage

• "The authority of the tribal sheikh": Refers to the traditional power and influence wielded by such a leader.
  • The authority of the tribal sheikh was rooted in custom rather than written law.
• "To succeed as tribal sheikh": Refers to the process of assuming the leadership role, often through hereditary lines.
  • He was groomed from a young age to succeed as tribal sheikh.

Variants and Related Words

• Sheikhdom (n): The territory or domain ruled by a sheikh.
  • The sheikhdom encompassed several villages in the region.
• Sheikh (n): A more general term for an Arab leader, often used interchangeably but can also refer to a religious leader or an elder.
  • The sheikh offered guidance to the community.

Synonyms

• Tribal chief: A leader of a tribe.
• Elder: A senior member of a community, often with authority.
• Patriarch: The male head of a family or tribe.

Related Phrases

• Council of sheikhs: A governing or advisory body composed of multiple leaders.
  • The matter was debated by the council of sheikhs before a decision was made.

Noun

1. the leader of an Arab village or family