sayyid
[ sah-yid, sey-id ]
noun
(in Islamic countries) a supposed descendant of Muhammad through his grandson Hussein, the second son of his daughter Fatima.
a title of respect, especially for royal personages.
Origin of sayyid
11780–90; <Arabic: lord
- Also said, sayed, sayid .
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British Dictionary definitions for sayyid
sayyid
sayid said
/ (ˈsaɪɪd) /
noun
a Muslim claiming descent from Mohammed's grandson Husain
a Muslim honorary title
Origin of sayyid
1C17: from Arabic: lord
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