Enter the word for search

caliph

/ˈkeɪ.lɪf/

caliphnoun

caliphs

/ˈkeɪ.lɪf/

Translations

The caliph was a religious and political leader in the Islamic world.

Халиф был религиозным и политическим лидером в исламском мире.

Definitions

A spiritual leader of Islam, claiming succession from Muhammad.

The caliph was regarded as the religious and political leader of the Muslim community.

The formal title borne by the chief Muslim civil and religious ruler.

Abu Bakr was recognized as the first caliph after Muhammad's death.

Synonyms

caliphproper noun

Definitions

A specific individual who holds or has held the office of Caliph; used as a title before a name or standing alone.

Caliph Umar instituted many administrative reforms during his reign.