noun
nabob
Nabob (noun) means a ruler in the Mughal Empire of India.
noun
1
A ruler in the Mughal Empire of India.
2
A person who is extremely rich or powerful.
3
Someone with a showy, self-important way of behaving.
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Etymology
In colloquial use in English since 1612. It comes from a corruption of Hindustani नवाब (navāb) / نواب (navāb, "nawab"), perhaps by way of Portuguese nababo, which traces back to Classical Persian نَوَّاب (nawwāb), from Arabic نُوَّاب (nuwwāb), the honorific plural of نَائِب (nāʔib, "deputy").
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of nabob?
"nabob" (noun) means a ruler in the Mughal Empire of India.
What is another word for nabob?
Other words for "nabob" include nawab, ruler, tycoon, mogul, magnate.
What is the opposite of nabob?
The opposite of "nabob" is beggar.
What are the different meanings of nabob?
"nabob" has 3 main meanings: 1. A ruler in the Mughal Empire of India; 2. A person who is extremely rich or powerful; 3. Someone with a showy, self-important way of behaving.
