malik

A noun referring to a chief, leader, or ruler of a town or community, particularly in regions of Asia Minor and the Indian subcontinent.

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1. Local leader or chieftain B2 formal

   The head or leader of a town, village, or community, especially in regions of Asia Minor and the Indian subcontinent.

   • The malik of the village settled the dispute between the two families.
   • She was appointed as the first female malik of the district.
   • In many rural areas, the malik is responsible for local governance and conflict resolution.
   • The malik organized a community feast to celebrate the harvest.

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   المرادفات: chiefchieftainelderleader