sufi Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a Muslim who represents the mystical dimension of Islam; a Muslim who seeks direct experience of Allah; mainly in Iran
  2. adjective of or relating to the Sufis or to Sufism

WordNet

Su"fi noun
Etymology
From the name of a dynasty of Persian kings, Safi, Safavi; said to come from name Safi-ud-din of an ancestor of the family, confused with sfi pious.
Definitions
  1. A title or surname of the king of Persia.
Su"fi noun
Etymology
Ar. & Per. sfi, wise, pious, devout.
Definitions
  1. One of a certain order of religious men in Persia. Written also sofi.

Webster 1913