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sultan

nounmasculinegeneral useuncommon/suɫˈtɐ̃w̃/sul·tão

Definition

1

A title given to Muslim sovereigns, especially of the former Ottoman Empire and other Islamic states.

Usage examples

The Ottoman sultan ruled a vast empire.
The mosque was built by order of the sultan.

Common combinations

Ottoman sultansultan's palace