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ulema
Part of speech: NounA corporation in Turkey composed of the hierarchy, consisting of the imans or ministers of religion, the muftis or doctors of law, and the cadis or judges.
Usage examples "ulema":- Dress of the Ulema. - "Iranian Influence on Moslem Literature, Part I", M. Inostranzev.
- Moreover, all the ulema and all the heavy- turbaned fanatics will be there. - "The Book of Khalid", Ameen Rihani.
- The showy livery of the officials, the loose, spacious, gorgeous uniforms of the officers, with the curved jewelled scimitars and white turbans, the rich silk robes of the Ulema, robe over robe of coloured silk with flowing sleeves and sumptuous silken vests, the ample dignity of noble- looking Arabs in immense white turbans, the dark straight Stambouli coat of the officials, made a picture of striking variety and colour and interest. - "The Weavers, Complete", Gilbert Parker Last Updated: March 14, 2009.