emir
UK[eˈmɪə(r)]US[eˈmɪr]
n
a title of various muslim rulers, especially in the middle east and north africa.
n
a military commander, provincial governor, or other leader in some islamic countries.
Etymology
the english word 'emir' entered the language in the late 16th century, borrowed from french 'émir', which itself came from arabic 'amīr', meaning 'commander, prince, ruler'. the arabic term is derived from the root verb 'amara', meaning 'to command'. this title was historically used for military commanders and independent rulers, particularly in the islamic world. as it passed through french into english, the spelling was anglicized to 'emir', and its usage became standardized to refer to specific ranks of nobility and leadership in muslim countries, reflecting the administrative and military structures of various islamic empires.
Analysis
this word is a loanword from arabic, borrowed as a complete unit. it does not contain separable morphemes within the english spelling.
Examples
the emir of kuwait addressed the nation on its independence day.
the powerful emir commanded a vast and loyal army.
she was received at the palace by the emir himself.