1. a Muslim ruler, especially a sultan
Usage: archaic

Examples

• The ancient chronicles spoke of a powerful soldan who ruled the eastern lands.
• Medieval texts often referred to Saladin as the great soldan of Egypt and Syria.
• The crusaders faced the armies of the soldan in numerous battles.
• Historical accounts describe the soldan’s court as magnificent and wealthy.
• The soldan’s influence extended across vast territories in the Middle East.