Reis Effendi
/ˌrʌɪs ɛˈfɛndi/Now historical
noun
In the Ottoman Empire: an officer of state whose duties included those of Chancellor and Foreign Minister.
Origin
Mid 17th century; earliest use found in Paul Rycaut (1629–1700), diplomat and author. From Ottoman Turkish re'īs efendi from re'īs + efendi.
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