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khan
/kɑːn/
Definition
1
A title historically given to rulers, chiefs, or commanders in Central Asia, particularly among Mongol, Turkic, and other nomadic peoples, as in Genghis Khan.
2
In South Asia, a term for a landlord, nobleman, or influential landowner.
3
A large inn or caravanserai providing lodging for caravans in Asian countries.
Examples
After conquering the boardroom, the CEO declared himself the khan of quarterly reports.
My goldfish swims laps like a khan surveying his watery empire from the castle turret.
In the dusty bazaar, weary travelers sought refuge at the ancient khan, swapping tales taller than the minarets.
He ordered his pizza with extra toppings, feeling like a modern khan feasting after a hard day's conquest of Netflix.