noun
Thakur
noun
1
A title of nobility historically used for feudal lords in parts of the Indian subcontinent.
"The village thakur once controlled most of the surrounding farmland."
name
1
A surname common in India and Nepal, originally derived from the noble title.
"Mr. Thakur runs the local grain shop."
How to Use Thakur
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA traditional South Asian noble title, now also common as a surname.
Word Forms
Thakurs plural, thakurs plural
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Etymology
From Hindi ठाकुर (ṭhākur), a historical feudal title.