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Definition of Ayatollah
1. Noun. A high-ranking Shiite religious leader who is regarded as an authority on religious law and its interpretation and who has political power as well.
Geographical relationships: Iran, Islamic Republic Of Iran, Persia
Generic synonyms: Religious Leader
Generic synonyms: Religious Leader
Definition of Ayatollah
1. Noun. A religious leader in Iranian Shi’ite Islam; a member of the ’ulama. ¹
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Definition of Ayatollah
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