abbasside

/ˈæbəˌsɪd, ˈæbæsɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A member of the Abbasid dynasty that ruled the Islamic Caliphate from 750 to 1258.

“The Abbasid caliphs were known for their patronage of science and art.”

Synonyms

  • caliphal
  • islamic

Antonyms

  • christian