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FIRMAN

\fˈɜːmən], \fˈɜːmən], \f_ˈɜː_m_ə_n]\

Definitions of FIRMAN

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

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A decree, specially of the Turkish Government; a passport given to a traveller to insure him protection, &c.; a licence to trade, &c.

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
By Nuttall, P.Austin.

In Turkey, and in several Eastern countries, a decree of the sovereign; a royal licence or passport.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

n. [Persian, Sanskrit] A decree of the Turkish or other Oriental government, as a passport, permit, license, &c.

1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

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