sanad

noun

san·​ad

variants or less commonly sunnud

ˈsəˌnəd

plural -s

1

: an Indian government charter, warrant, diploma, patent or deed

2

: a letter having the force of an edict or ordinance in India

Word History

Etymology

Arabic sanad support

The Ultimate Dictionary Awaits

Expand your vocabulary and dive deeper into language with Merriam-Webster Unabridged.

1. Expanded definitions
2. Detailed etymologies
3. Advanced search tools
4. All ad-free

Discover what makes Merriam-Webster Unabridged the essential choice for true word lovers.

Start Your Free Trial Now