HyperDic: osman_i

English > 1 sense of the expression Osman I:
NOUNperson Osman I, Othman Ithe conqueror of Turkey who founded the Ottoman Empire and the Ottoman dynasty that ruled Turkey after the 13th century
English > Osman I: 1 sense > noun 1, person
MeaningThe conqueror of Turkey who founded the Ottoman Empire and the Ottoman dynasty that ruled Turkey after the 13th century; conquered most of Asia Minor and assumed the title of emir in 1299 (1259-1326).
SynonymOthman I
Instance ofemir, amir, emeer, ameerAn independent ruler or chieftain (especially in Africa or Arabia)
SpanishOsman I
CatalanOsman I

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