mollah Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a Muslim trained in the doctrine and law of Islam; the head of a mosque
    Mulla; Mullah.

WordNet

Mol"lah noun
Etymology
Ar. maula, commonly mollain Turkey.
Definitions
  1. One of the higher order of Turkish judges; also, a Turkish title of respect for a religious and learned man. Written also moolah.

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