Meaning of alfaqui | Babel Free
alfəˈkiːDefinitions
An Islamic cleric, an expert in Islamic law and jurisprudence, especially in medieval and early modern Spain.
Examples
“It was the Head of the Christians Alfaqui, or Priest; so they termed the Cardinal.”
“The Alcayde found the prince playing at chess with an Alfaqui or priest.”
“The Court of Lions was thronged with guards and courtiers and alfaquis, as in the old times of the Moors […]”
CEFR level
B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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