1. A high-ranking official or nobleman in the Ottoman Empire or other Muslim states.
Usage: historical; also spelled 'mirza' or 'mirze'
2. A title of honor or rank used in Persian and Central Asian cultures, often indicating a prince, governor, or person of noble birth.
Usage: historical; cultural

Examples

• The mirza ruled the province with authority granted by the sultan.
• In Persian history, a mirza was often a son of a royal family or a high-ranking administrator.
• The mirza's palace was known for its elaborate architecture and gardens.
• During the Ottoman period, a mirza could command armies and collect taxes.
• The title of mirza was passed down through generations of noble families.