oba
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of oba
First recorded in 1900–05, oba is from the Edo word ɔ́bá
Example Sentences
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The traditional ruler of the town, known as an oba, is eagerly awaiting the results of scientific studies.
From BBC ● May 9, 2024
That same month, the oba, in a written statement to the news media, said that he should be the sole recipient of the treasures and that anyone working with the trust was “an enemy.”
From New York Times ● Jun. 4, 2023
Both the Nigerian government and the oba of Benin, whose family ruled the historical Kingdom of Benin from which they were looted, claimed that they owned the items.
From New York Times ● Dec. 20, 2022
This image of the oba, or king, of Benin dominates the space, through which thousands of visitors pass every week, and draws the eye.
From BBC ● Feb. 19, 2022
S. 'oa. oba v. tr., to take from, separate, divide.
From Grammar and Vocabulary of the Lau Language, Solomon Islands by W. G. (Walter George) Ivens
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