sardar
/ˈsɑːrdɑːr/ or /ˈsɑːrdər/Definitions
1. noun
A term used to refer to a leader or chief, particularly in South Asian or Middle Eastern contexts.
“The sardar of the village was known for his wisdom and fair judgment.”
2. noun
A title or honorific used to address a respected elder or dignitary, especially in Punjabi or Urdu cultures.
“The visitors greeted the sardar with a traditional gesture of respect.”