khan
/kɑn/
noun
- 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.
- 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.