Definition

Noun: 1. A member of an Indian people native to the state of Maharashtra: The term "Maratha" refers to an individual belonging to a major social group and historically significant people primarily located in the western Indian state of Maharashtra. Historically, the Marathas established a powerful empire in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The Maratha warrior-king Shivaji is a revered historical figure in India.
  • Many Marathas are involved in agriculture and politics in Maharashtra.
  • The festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm by the Maratha community.

Advanced Usage

• Historical Context: The term is often used in historical discourse to refer to the members of the Maratha Empire, known for their military prowess and administration.
  • The Maratha Confederacy was a major power in 18th-century India.

Variants and Related Words

• Marathi (noun): The Indo-Aryan language spoken by the Maratha people and the official language of the state of Maharashtra.
  • She is fluent in both Hindi and Marathi.

Synonyms

• Mahratta: An older alternate spelling for Maratha, often found in historical texts.

Noun

1. a member of a people of India living in Maharashtra