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nawab

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Noun — A Muslim ruler or provincial governor in historical South Asia, especially under the Mughal Empire.

Etymology

From Urdu/Hindi nawab, from Persian, ultimately from Arabic nuwwab, plural of na'ib, "deputy."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “nawab” mean?

The word “nawab” means a Muslim ruler or provincial governor in historical South Asia, especially under the Mughal Empire. In plain terms, a historical title for a Muslim governor or noble in South Asia.

How do you pronounce “nawab”?

“Nawab” is pronounced nuh-WAHB (/nəˈwɑːb/ in IPA).

How do you use “nawab” in a sentence?

Here is “nawab” used in a sentence: “The nawab ruled the region with considerable autonomy from Delhi.”

What part of speech is “nawab”?

“Nawab” is a noun.

Where does the word “nawab” come from?

The word “nawab” comes from Arabic. From Urdu/Hindi nawab, from Persian, ultimately from Arabic nuwwab, plural of na'ib, "deputy.".

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