Definition

A territory or domain ruled by a khan, which is a title of authority in some Central Asian cultures.

Example

The khanate was known for its rich culture and trade routes.

Conversation

I was reading about the ancient khanate that ruled over Central Asia.

Oh, really? That sounds interesting!

Yeah, it was fascinating how much power a single khan could wield in that khanate.

Definitely! It's amazing how those historical empires shaped the region.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Khanate → The word originates from the Turkic word 'khan' (meaning ruler or leader) combined with the suffix '-ate' (indicating a state or condition). A khanate refers to the territory or domain ruled by a khan.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'khan' as a ruler and '-ate' as a state or condition, so a khanate is the state ruled by a khan.

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