A book; esp., a collection
of poems written by one author; as, the divan of Hafiz.
In Turkey and other Oriental countries: A
council of state; a royal court. Also used by the poets for a grand
deliberative council or assembly.
A chief officer of state.
A saloon or hall where a council is held,
in Oriental countries, the state reception room in places, and in the
houses of the richer citizens. Cushions on the floor or on benches
are ranged round the room.
A cushioned seat, or a large, low sofa or
couch; especially, one fixed to its place, and not movable.
A coffee and smoking saloon.
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n a book of many leaves, an account book, a
collection of books, a senate, council: cf. Ar. daiw