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Definition of Seljuk
1. Adjective. Of or relating to the Seljuks.
2. Noun. Any one of the Turkish dynasties that ruled Asia Minor from the 11th to the 13th centuries; they successfully invaded Byzantium and defended the Holy Land against Crusaders.
Generic synonyms: Dynasty
Definition of Seljuk
1. Adjective. Designating certain Turkish dynasties which ruled large parts of Asia from the 11th to the 13th centuries, or the Turkish people associated with these dynasties (often as contrasted with (term Ottoman)). ¹
2. Noun. A member of this tribe or dynasty. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com