nizamate

[ ni-zah-meyt, -zam-eyt, nahy- ]

noun

1. the position held or territory governed by a Nizam.

Word History and Origins

Origin of nizamate¹

First recorded in 1885–90; Nizam + -ate ³

Example Sentences

The nizamate was Muslim, too, and Mr. Khan used his wealth to support Mr. Mejid’s family.

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He hopes to digitize the nizamate’s archives, Princess Esra said.

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The nizamate seemed poised for total collapse.

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When Mr. Jah took over, he tried to get a grip on the ornate but rickety structure of the nizamate.

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