sheikh
n. countable C1 Advanced US //ˈʃik// UK //ʃˈeɪk// sheikh
n. a leader or an important man in an Arab family, tribe, or village. It is also used as a title for members of a royal family in some Middle Eastern countries.
n. an honorific title used for the leader of an Arab tribe, family, or village, or for a high-ranking religious official. Often used as a title for members of ruling families in the Arabian Peninsula.
The sheikh welcomed the visitors to his home.
The local sheikh mediated the dispute between the two families to ensure peace in the village.
As the head of the council, the sheikh exercised significant influence over both the economic development and the traditional legal rulings of the entire region.
Usage
Often used as a title before a name, in which case it is typically capitalised.