Definitions for "Shahid"
Shahid in Islamic parlance means martyr. Plural: Shuhadaa.
Martyr (Leg.), Witness (Lit.)
a 'Martyr of Allah' and, according to Palestinian Authority terminology, includes suicide bombers
a person who, from the beginning of his decision, chooses his own shahadat, even though, between his decision-making and his death, months or even years may pass