noun
- a territory or state ruled by an emir (a Muslim ruler or prince)
Usage: often capitalized when referring to a specific emirate
Examples
- The United Arab Emirates is a federation of seven emirates.
- Dubai is one of the most developed emirates in the Middle East.
- The emir governs his emirate with both traditional and modern policies.
- Each emirate in the UAE has its own local government.
- Tourism is a major industry in many Gulf emirates.