Persian · noun · Nation, Faith & Society

Khedive

ख़िदेव

said khi-DEEV

also written: khidiv, khediv, khidev, khedive

Meaning

A prince or sovereign; specifically the viceroy-ruler of Egypt under the Ottomans.

Related words

A saint or friend of God, one brought near through piety and granted spiritual authority.

A commander, chief or prince; a lord of high rank in court and army.