caid Meaning & Definition
/kɑːˈiːd/
What Does Caid Mean?
Caid is used as a noun meaning A local governor or leader, especially in North Africa or Moorish Spain; an alcaide.
Word Facts for Caid
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /kɑːˈiːd/ |
| Plural | caids |
Caid Definition (Noun)
- A local governor or leader, especially in North Africa or Moorish Spain; an alcaide.
Noun
- Any of various ancient and traditional Irish football games.
- Modern Gaelic football.
Synonyms of Caid
The source does not list synonyms for this entry.
Caid synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
caid (plural caids)
caid (uncountable)
Origin of Caid
Origin 1: From Arabic قَائِد (qāʔid, “leader”), probably through French caïd (or at least influenced by it in pronunciation). Doublet of alcaide and Alkaid.
Origin 2: From Irish caid (“stuffed ball; football”).