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Sayyid

Noun

1. A title of respect used for male descendants of Muhammad through his grandsons Hasan and Husayn.
2. A leader or chief in Arab countries.

Sample Sentences:

1. In some Islamic cultures, the title "Sayyid" is given to individuals who are believed to have a direct lineage to Prophet Muhammad.

2. The Sayyid of the tribe made an important decision that affected the entire community.

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