Safavid

English

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Etymology

Persian صفوی‎ (safavi) +‎ -id

Adjective

Safavid (not comparable)

  1. Relating to the Safavid dynasty, a Muslim dynasty which ruled Iran between the 16th and 18th centuries.
    Synonym: Safavi

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Noun

Safavid (plural Safavids)

  1. A member of the Safavid dynasty.
    Synonym: Safavi
  2. (informal) An Iranian.
    Synonym: Safavi

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