Nasi
noun
the head or president of the Sanhedrin.
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Nasi
1 American
[nah-see]
/ ˈnɑ si /
noun
Jewish History.
Näsi
2
American
[nas-ee]
/ ˈnæs i /
noun
Etymology
Origin of Nasi
From the Hebrew word nāsī chief
Example Sentences
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"The bomb was found by fishermen on the bank of the River Po due to a decrease in water levels caused by drought," Colonel Marco Nasi said.
From Reuters • Aug. 7, 2022
Indonesians swear by sambal, demanding its necessity to accompany and complete national favorites like Nasi Goreng and Gado Gado.
From Salon • May 10, 2022
Zach Wen, 34, the co-founder of food outlet Harmony Nasi Lemak, had his chefs create a special version of the rice dish in honour of the summit, playing tribute to both leaders.
From The Guardian • Jun. 8, 2018
Her offending rendang was presented as part of Malaysia’s national dish, Nasi Lemak, or rice cooked in coconut milk that comes with sides such as peanuts, spicy prawns and rendang.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 6, 2018
We know the burden and terror that Nasi has been to our dear Missi.
From The Story of John G. Paton Or Thirty Years Among South Sea Cannibals by Paton, James
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