Sheik

//ʃeɪk//

Word Type

Noun

The word "sheik" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

sheikdom sheiklike sheikly

Context

1920s from 1921 film sheikh slang some arab gulf countries

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

adult male man ruler swayer

Type Of (IsA)

human leader ruler

Related Terms

Related Terms

arab cleric islamic leader order religious tribe

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