pashalik
/ˈpaʃəlɪk/ /pəˈʃɑːlɪk/(also pachalic, pashalic, pashlik) Now historical
noun
The jurisdiction of a pasha; the area governed by a pasha.
Origin
Mid 17th century; earliest use found in Paul Rycaut (1629–1700), diplomat and author. From Turkish paşalık rank of pasha, territory ruled by one from paşa + -lık, suffix forming nouns of quality or condition.