mufti

mʌfti

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is authorized to give legal opinions on Islamic law.

“The mufti of the city helped the community understand their rights and responsibilities.”

2. noun

A person who wears ordinary rather than military or formal clothes, especially after leaving the army or the navy.

“After leaving the navy, John returned to his mufti and blended in with the crowd.”

3. noun

A middleman or agent in a transaction, especially in the sale of goods.

“The mufti in the transaction helped facilitate the exchange between the buyer and the seller.”

Synonyms

  • agent
  • cleric
  • scholar

Antonyms

  • officer
  • soldier