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First Known Use: 1577
in the meaning defined at sense 1
See Words from the same year: an Arab chief, ruler, or prince
: a leader of a Muslim organization or group
See words that rhyme with sheikh Spanish Central: Translation of sheikh Nglish: Translation of sheikh for Spanish speakers Britannica English: Translation of sheikh for Arabic speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about sheikh
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