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Definition of emirate

emirate

/ˈɛm.ər.ət/
em · ir · ate
Plural:emirates
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Adjective:emiral
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emirate Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A territory, state, or political domain ruled by an emir.

Example

"Dubai is a prominent commercial hub and one of the seven territories that make up the United Arab Emirates."

2

The rank, office, title, or reign of an emir.

Example

"Upon the death of his father, the crown prince formally succeeded to the emirate."

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• Nearby Words

eminent
eminently
emir
emirate
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emissary
emission

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 19th century from "emir" (borrowed from Arabic "amīr," meaning "commander" or "prince") combined with the suffix "-ate," denoting an office or territorial jurisdiction.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Emirate. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/emirate
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