Ameer, Amir (&unr_;), n. [See Emir.] 1. an independent ruler or chieftan (especially in Africa or Arabia). Same as Emir. [Obs.]
Syn. -- emir, amir, emeer
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2. One of the Mohammedan nobility of Afghanistan and Scinde.
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