calif.

(noun) a state in the western United States on the Pacific; the 3rd largest state; known for earthquakes. Synonyms: California, Golden State, CA, Calif..

(noun) the civil and religious leader of a Muslim state considered to be a representative of Allah on earth. Synonyms: caliph, calif, kaliph, kalif, khalif, khalifah. Example: "Many radical muslims believe a khalifah will unite all islamic lands and people and subjugate the rest of the world."