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valide sultan

/ˈvælaɪd ˈsʌltən/ /ˈvælaɪd ˈsʌltən/
noun
GeneralHistory
  1. 1 valide sultan countable

Definition (English)

The mother of the reigning Ottoman sultan, often a powerful political figure within the imperial harem and at court.

Example Sentences

  1. The valide sultan met foreign ambassadors at the harem audience hall.
    Valide sultan, yabancı elçileri harem kabul salonunda karşıladı.
  2. A strong valide sultan could shape policy for the entire reign of her son.
    Güçlü bir valide sultan, oğlunun saltanatının tamamı boyunca politikayı şekillendirebilirdi.