sheikdom

[sheek-duhm, sheyk-]

sheik·dom

[sheek-duhm, sheyk-]
noun
the land or territory under the control of a sheik.
Also, sheikh·dom.


Origin:
1835–45; sheik + -dom
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Sheikdom is always a great word to know.
So is bezoar. Does it mean:
the offspring of a zebra and a donkey.
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
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sheikhdom or sheikdom (ˈʃeɪkdəm)
 
n
the territory ruled by a sheikh
 
sheikdom or sheikdom
 
n

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