Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cadi
Noun
/ˈkɑː.di/
Definition
A cadi is a Muslim judge or a magistrate, particularly one who presides over religious and legal matters in Islamic law.
Examples
- The cadi ruled on the case based on the principles of Islamic jurisprudence.
- In some regions, the cadi plays a vital role in resolving community disputes.
- Historically, the cadi was an important figure in the courts of the Ottoman Empire.
Meaning
The term refers to an official who is responsible for administering justice and overseeing legal principles in accordance with Sharia law.
Synonyms
- judge
- magistrate
- arbiter
