Emirates — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈe-mə-rət/ emir·ate

Meaning & Definition of Emirates

Emirates (noun)

  1. the state or jurisdiction of an emir

Emirates (geographical name)

  1. country in northeastern Arabia on the Persian Gulf between Qatar and Oman capital Abu Dhabi area 32,278 square miles (83,600 square kilometers), population 9,701,000

Emirates (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in principalities, sultanates

    similar: duchies, dukedoms, principalities, seigniories, sultanates, domains, dominions, empires, kingdoms, realms, republics, democracies, dictatorships, monarchies, monocracies, oligarchies, sovereigns, theocracies, city-states, microstates, ministates, nation-states, client states, colonies, condominiums, dependencies, mandates, provinces, settlements, soil, trust territories, commonwealths, countries, lands, nations, sovereignties, states, fatherlands, homelands, motherlands, great powers, powers, sea powers, superpowers, world powers, welfare states

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Emirates

The most common words with a similar meaning to Emirates:

duchies, dukedoms, principalities, seigniories, sultanates, domains, dominions, empires, kingdoms, realms, republics, democracies, dictatorships, monarchies, monocracies, oligarchies, sovereigns, theocracies, city-states, microstates, ministates, nation-states, client states, colonies, condominiums, dependencies, mandates, provinces, settlements, soil, trust territories, commonwealths, countries, lands, nations, sovereignties, states, fatherlands, homelands, motherlands

Origin & Etymology of Emirates

First known use: 1841

Frequently Asked Questions about Emirates

What does "Emirates" mean?

"Emirates" means the state or jurisdiction of an emir. As a noun, it is defined as: the state or jurisdiction of an emir.

What is another word for "Emirates"?

Other words for "Emirates" include duchies, dukedoms, principalities, seigniories, sultanates, domains, dominions and empires. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Emirates" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Emirates"?

There are 46 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Emirates". Common alternatives include duchies, dukedoms, principalities, seigniories, sultanates, domains, dominions, empires, kingdoms and realms.

Is "Emirates" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Emirates" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Emirates"?

"Emirates" is pronounced /ˈe-mə-rət/ and divided into syllables as emir·ate.

What is the origin of the word "Emirates"?

First known use: 1841.

What is another word for "Emirates" meaning "as in principalities, sultanates"?

When "Emirates" (noun) means as in principalities, sultanates, synonyms include duchies, dukedoms, principalities, seigniories, sultanates and domains.

What does "Emirates" mean as a noun?

As a noun, "Emirates" means: the state or jurisdiction of an emir.