Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
khanate
Noun
/ˈkɑːneɪt/
Definition
A historical term referring to a political entity ruled by a khan, often found in Central Asia and parts of eastern Europe.
Examples
- The Golden Horde was one of the most powerful khanates in the 13th century.
- After the fall of the Mongol Empire, several independent khanates emerged across Asia.
- The khanate of Crimea played a significant role in the history of Eastern Europe.
Meaning
Khanate denotes the territory or domain controlled by a khan, typically characterized by a feudal or semi-nomadic social structure.
Synonyms
- Principality
- Domain
- Empire
