Definition
caid
noun
- A Muslim judge or chief administrator in North Africa or the Middle East.
Usage: Also spelled qaid or qadi; historical or regional term
Examples
- The caid presided over disputes in the marketplace.
- Under Ottoman rule, the caid served as both judge and local administrator.
- The village caid was respected for his fair rulings.
- Historical records describe the caid's role in collecting taxes and maintaining order.