durbar
the court of an Indian ruler.
a public audience or levee held by an Indian prince or by a British colonial governor or viceroy; an official reception.
the hall or place where an Indian prince or British colonial governor holds a public audience.
an audience held by an Indian prince or British colonial governor.
Origin of durbar
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How to use durbar in a sentence
In 1979 the durbar Square of each city was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Nepal Old and New: Kathmandu Valley’s Royal Cities Get a Facelift | Condé Nast Traveler | August 19, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTHaving emerged safely from this peril, the great durbar was held, and lasted some hours.
The Philippine Islands | John ForemanHe had introduced me to Cheetoo, and now, as he accompanied me from the durbar, he gave me instructions how I was to proceed.
Confessions of a Thug | Philip Meadows TaylorWe lost no time in presenting ourselves at the durbar of the chief, and were graciously received by him.
Confessions of a Thug | Philip Meadows TaylorHe then went into his tent, took off his durbar dress, put away his arms, and then lay down.
Confessions of a Thug | Philip Meadows Taylor
I went, and found him seated in full durbar, and the Khan's servants as prisoners before him.
Confessions of a Thug | Philip Meadows Taylor
British Dictionary definitions for durbar
/ (ˈdɜːbɑː, ˌdɜːˈbɑː) /
(formerly) the court of a native ruler or a governor in India and British Colonial West Africa
a levee at such a court
Origin of durbar
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