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 within, 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.