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    L'émir (en. The emir)

    /el.miʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An emir is a chief or sovereign in Muslim countries, often associated with a state or region.
    The emir of Dubai announced new investments in tourism.
    L'émir de Dubaï a annoncé de nouveaux investissements dans le tourisme.
    Title reserved for princes and military leaders in certain Arab traditions.
    The emir received a diplomatic delegation.
    L'émir a reçu une délégation diplomatique.

    Etymology

    From the Arabic word 'amir', meaning 'commander' or 'prince'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the visiting emir
    Refers to an emir visiting another country for official reasons.
    l'émir en visite
    oil emir
    Refers to an emir with significant interests in the oil industry.
    émir du pétrole
    the emirates
    Refers to the several states ruled by emirs, such as the United Arab Emirates.
    les émirats

    Related Words

    emirate
    Domain or territory governed by an emir.
    émirat
    emirian
    Adjective referring to something related to an emir or an emirate.
    émirien

    Slang Meanings

    An authoritarian leader.
    This emir controls everything in his country.
    Cet émir contrôle tout dans son pays.
    Advocate of conservative policies.
    He is regarded as an emir of conservatism.
    Il est considéré comme un émir du conservatisme.