Definitions

1. noun

a Muslim king or emperor, especially one of the rulers of Iran before the Islamic Revolution in 1979.

“He was a member of the royal family and had a close relationship with the Shah of Iran.”

2. noun

a high-ranking military officer in the Ottoman Empire.

“The Shah was a commander in the Ottoman army and played a crucial role in the battle.”

3. proper noun

a surname, especially one of Iranian origin.

“The Shah family has a long history of philanthropy in their community.”