/mhw>, n. [ See Emir. ] 1. an independent ruler or chieftan (especially in Africa or Arabia). Same as Emir. [ Obs. ]
Syn. -- emir, amir, emeer [ 1913 Webster + WordNet 1.5 ] 2. One of the Muslim nobility of Afghanistan and Scinde. [ 1913 Webster ] Variants: Ameer | 