1. Plural of ghazi; Muslim warriors or fighters, especially those who fought against non-Muslim forces or in defense of Islamic territory.
Usage: historical; often capitalized when referring to specific historical groups; primarily used in historical and religious contexts

Examples

• The Ottoman ghazis were instrumental in expanding the empire across the Mediterranean.
• Medieval ghazis fought to defend Islamic lands from invasion.
• Historical accounts describe the ghazis as skilled and devoted warriors.
• The term ghazis is often used in Islamic history to describe frontier fighters.
• Many ghazis became legendary figures in Middle Eastern folklore.