ghassanid

/ˌɡæsəˈnɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A member of a powerful and influential Arab tribe that played a significant role in the Middle East during the 7th to 10th centuries.

“The Ghassanid tribe was instrumental in resisting the Umayyad conquest.”

2. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the Ghassanid tribe or period.

“The Ghassanid style of architecture is still studied by historians today.”

Synonyms

  • Arab
  • Bedouin

Antonyms

  • Byzantine