Dictionary:Sharurshid

Vilani

Noun

Sharurshid (Anglic: Sharurshid )

1. An Imperial megacorporation believed to be of Vilani (Anglic: Vilani) origin
2. The name itself is of uncertain origin; possibly from "Shii" ("comply" or "cooperate") + "Urur" ("search" or "seek out"), and "Sid" ("structure"). As such, it is speculated to be the title of an early merchants' protective association (perhaps similar to the modern Travellers' Aid Society.

Usage notes

Originated with the merchant class or Badenkii (Anglic: Badenkii). It was one of the original Shangarim (Anglic: Shangarim) or Bureaux

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