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"Sharif" is an Arabic title of honor that means "noble" or "honorable." It is used in various contexts within Arabic-speaking cultures to denote respect or authority. The term can be found in names, such as "Sharif Hussein," who was the Sharif of Mecca and a key figure in the Arab Revolt during World War I. In broader Islamic history, a Sharif can also refer to someone claiming descent from the Prophet Muhammad, which carries particular significance in religious and political contexts.