majlis

maj·lis

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Definitions of majlis word

noun plural majlis a public audience held by a chieftain, monarch, or other ruler to listen to the requests of petitioners. 1
noun plural majlis a house of parliament, as in Iran. 1
noun majlis The parliament of various North African and Middle Eastern countries, especially Iran. 1
noun majlis the parliament of Iran 0
noun majlis (in various N African and Middle Eastern countries) an assembly; council 0
noun majlis A council, assembly, or public meeting, in some Muslim countries or territories. 0

before 1815

One of the 39% newest English words

Borrowed into English from Arabic around 1815-25

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 73% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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