E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898.
Tam’erlane (3 syl.).
A corruption of Timour Lengh (Timour the Lame), one of the greatest warrior-kings that ever lived. Under him Persia became a province of Tartary. He modestly called himself Ameer (chief), instead of sultan or shah. (1380–1405.)
