noun
- Plural of chiaus; Turkish or Ottoman officials or messengers, historically used as diplomatic agents or intermediaries.
Usage: archaic; historical; often capitalized when referring to specific Ottoman officials
Examples
- The Ottoman Empire sent chiauses to negotiate trade agreements with European powers.
- Historical records describe chiauses as skilled diplomats and intermediaries.
- Several chiauses were stationed in Constantinople to manage foreign relations.
- The chiauses served as cultural bridges between the Ottoman court and Western nations.