nabob
/ˈneɪbɑb/
noun
- A very rich, influential, or powerful person, especially one who made their fortune in business or politics.
- The oil nabob was known for his lavish parties.
- The tech nabob donated millions to build a new library.
- He lived like a nabob, with a huge mansion and a fleet of cars.
- A governor or ruler in India during the Mughal Empire.
- British traders often dealt with local nabobs for business.
- The nabob ruled the province with the help of his advisors.
- The history book described the lavish court of the nabob.
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