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nizamate

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[ni-zah-mayt, -zam-ayt, nahy-] / nɪˈzɑ meɪt, -ˈzæm eɪt, naɪ- /

noun

  1. the position held or territory governed by a Nizam.


Etymology

Origin of nizamate

First recorded in 1885–90; Nizam + -ate 3


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The nizamate was Muslim, too, and Mr. Khan used his wealth to support Mr. Mejid’s family.

From New York Times ● Feb. 7, 2023

When Mr. Jah took over, he tried to get a grip on the ornate but rickety structure of the nizamate.

From New York Times ● Feb. 7, 2023

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