The term Dubai Bigwig is a combination of two words, EMEER (5 letters) and EMIR (4 letters). EMEER is an Arabic word meaning 'COMMANDER' or 'LEADER', while EMIR is an Arabic title meaning 'prince' or 'RULER'. Together, they refer to a powerful person in the city of Dubai, usually someone with a high-ranking position in government or business. This person would be considered a bigwig, or someone of great influence and importance.