MUTESSARIF

Noun

mutessarif (plural mutessarifs)

Alternative spelling of mutasarrif

Source: Wiktionary


Mu*tes`sa*rif", n. [Turk. & Ar. muteçarif freely disposing of anything, master.]

Definition: In Turkey, an administrative authority of any of certain sanjaks. They are appointed directly by the Sultan.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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