A trusted official or steward in Muslim societies, particularly one responsible for finances, security, or administrative duties in a household or institution.
From Arabic 'amīn' (trustworthy, faithful), derived from the root 'a-m-n' meaning safety and trust. The word entered English through Ottoman and Mughal administrative terminology.
The word 'ameen' shares its Arabic root with 'amen' (the prayer word)—both come from the idea of something being reliable and trustworthy, which is why amen literally means 'so be it' (a firm, dependable statement).
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