Umayyad

/uˈmaɪjəd/
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Definitions of Umayyad
  1. noun
    the first dynasty of Arab caliphs whose capital was Damascus
    synonyms: Omayyad, Ommiad
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    dynasty
    a sequence of powerful leaders in the same family
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