ras
What is another word for ras? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A title given to an Ethiopian prince, governor, or high-ranking noble.
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Etymology
From Amharic ras, literally "head" — the same word used for the body part, extended to mean a headland of land or a "head" of state.
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What does “ras” mean?
The word “ras” means a title given to an Ethiopian prince, governor, or high-ranking noble. In plain terms, a specialist word — either an Ethiopian noble title or a coastal headland, both from an Amharic word meaning "head.".
How do you use “ras” in a sentence?
Here is “ras” used in a sentence: “The old chronicle described how the ras raised an army to defend the northern province.”
What part of speech is “ras”?
“Ras” is a noun.
Is “ras” a common word?
“Ras” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “ras” have?
“Ras” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a title given to an Ethiopian prince, governor, or high-ranking noble.
