khan

/kɑn/
noun
  1. A title for a ruler or leader in some Asian countries, especially in historical Mongolia and Turkey.
    • In history class, we learned about the power of the Mongol khans.
    • The khan ruled over a large territory in Central Asia.
    • Genghis Khan united the Mongol tribes and created a vast empire.
  2. A common surname in South Asia and the Middle East.
    • Mr. Khan owns the grocery store on the corner.
    • My friend Aisha Khan is from Pakistan.
    • The famous actor Shah Rukh Khan is known worldwide.
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