Definitions

1. noun

A title of respect used before the name of a male descendant of the Islamic prophet Muhammad.

“The syed was invited to deliver a lecture on Islamic history.”

2. noun

A Muslim title of respect.

“The syed was greeted as a respected community leader.”

3. verb

To lead or guide (a group of people) in prayer.

“The imam syed the congregation during the morning prayer.”

4. verb

To lead or guide (a person or a group of people) in a particular activity or direction.

“He syed the group through the dense forest.”