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
Most of the treasures were initially expected to be returned on loan to a trust that brought together representatives of the oba and regional and national governments.
From New York Times • Jun. 4, 2023
But the oba had also been clear that he wanted his ownership respected, the prince said.
From New York Times • Jun. 4, 2023
"There is something very powerful about seeing an oba standing there next to the panel memorialising the Benin campaign," the cathedral's chancellor, Dr Paula Gooder, told the BBC.
From BBC • Feb. 19, 2022
One catches such greetings and whisperings as "Du bist oba heut' fesch g'scholnt" and "Ko do net so lang umananderbandln."
From Europe After 8:15 by Benton, Thomas H.
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