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ayatollah Definition


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ayatollah
Ayatollah
noun
    1. In the hierarchy of Shi'ite religious leaders in Iran: someone who can demonstrate a highly advanced knowledge of the Islamic religion and laws. See also imam, Mahdi.
    2. Any dictatorial or influential person.
Etymology: 1950s: from Arabic ayatullah miraculous sign of God.



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