Meaning Of The Word Ayatollah

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ayatollah
An ayatollah is a type of Muslim religious leader.

ayatollah in American English
a leader of the Shiite sect of the Muslim religion, serving as teacher, judge, and administrator
noun: a title in the religious hierarchy achieved by scholars who have demonstrated highly advanced knowledge of Islamic law and religion

ayatollah in British English
noun: one of a class of Iranian Shiite religious leaders

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