👉 The term "effendi" is a word in Arabic that means "lord," specifically a person who has been appointed to hold certain titles or positions. In Islamic law, it refers to a person with authority over another party, often referred to as a "de facto ruler."
Essentially, an effendi acts as the "de jure" ruler of someone else's property, holding the title of "lord" over that individual. They are typically appointed by their employer or superior and have
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