CHEQ, or CHERIF, the prince of Mecca, who is, as it were, high priest of the law, and sovereign pontiff of all the Mahometans, of whatever sect or country they be. See CALIPH.
The grand signior, sophies, moguls, khans of Tartary, &c. send him yearly presents, especially tapestry to cover Mahomet's tomb withal, together with a sumptuous tent for himself, and vast sums of money to provide for all the pilgrims during the seventeen days of their devotion.