beglerbeglic

/ˌbɛɡlərˈbɛɡlɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

A high-ranking governor or administrator in certain Middle Eastern and Central Asian countries, especially in the Ottoman Empire.

“The beglerbeglic oversaw the collection of taxes in the region.”

2. noun

A governor of a province in the Ottoman Empire, ranking below a pasha.

“The beglerbeglic was responsible for maintaining law and order in the province.”

Synonyms

  • administrator
  • governor

Antonyms

  • subject
  • subordinate