Definition
cadis
noun
- Plural of cadi; Islamic judges or magistrates who administer religious law in Muslim communities.
Usage: Also spelled qadi or kadi; Historical and contemporary usage in Islamic legal systems
Examples
- The cadis in the Ottoman Empire were responsible for interpreting Islamic law.
- Local cadis settled disputes according to Sharia principles.
- The appointment of cadis was an important administrative function in medieval Islamic states.
- Cadis held significant authority in both religious and civil matters within their jurisdictions.