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Thakur

American  
[tah-koor] / ˈtɑ kʊər /

noun

  1. chief or master (used as a term of respectful address among the Kshatriya caste in India).


Etymology

Origin of Thakur

1790–1800; < Hindi ṭhākur master, chief < Prakrit ṭhākkura village headman < Sanskrit: a title

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Shalini Thakur was supposed to celebrate her 39th birthday this week.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 14, 2026

Since the crash, Thakur says, it carries a very different meaning.

From BBC ● Jun. 7, 2026

The photographs are the first thing Prahlod Thakur sees when he wakes up.

From BBC ● Jun. 7, 2026

The ads are designed to reach consumers at different points in the progression from their initial searches to ultimately making purchases, Thakur said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 20, 2026

“Yes,” Ella squeaked out, unable to keep her eyes off Masterji Thakur.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton

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