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Khalifa

Khalifa (noun) means a member of a mainly Muslim caste found in the Gujarat region of India, traditionally associated with tailoring and other skilled trades. Example: “His family belonged to the Khalifa community of tailors in Gujarat.”

noun

A member of a mainly Muslim caste found in the Gujarat region of India, traditionally associated with tailoring and other skilled trades.

"His family belonged to the Khalifa community of tailors in Gujarat."

How to use Khalifa

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA Gujarati Muslim caste name, historically linked to particular trades.

Common mistake

Not to be confused with "caliph" (a Muslim ruler), which comes from the same Arabic root but is a different word in English usage.

Word forms

Khalifas plural, Khalifa plural

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Rhymes for Khalifa

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Khalifa” mean?

The word “Khalifa” means a member of a mainly Muslim caste found in the Gujarat region of India, traditionally associated with tailoring and other skilled trades. In plain terms, a Gujarati Muslim caste name, historically linked to particular trades.

How do you use “Khalifa” in a sentence?

Here is “Khalifa” used in a sentence: “His family belonged to the Khalifa community of tailors in Gujarat.”

What part of speech is “Khalifa”?

“Khalifa” is a noun.

Is “Khalifa” a common word?

“Khalifa” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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