maharani
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Definition
Noun: 1. A great rani; a princess in India or the wife of a maharaja: A maharani is a high-ranking female royal title in the Indian subcontinent. It can refer to a queen, a princess, or specifically the wife of a maharaja (a great king or prince).
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The maharani was known for her charity and patronage of the arts.
- After the maharaja's death, the maharani ruled the state as regent for her young son.
Advanced Usage
- Historical and Ceremonial Context: The title "maharani" is primarily historical, relating to the era of princely states in pre-independence India. It is still used ceremonially by some royal families.
- The former maharani attended the diplomatic reception in traditional attire.
Variants and Related Words
- Maharaja (noun): A great king or prince; the male counterpart to a maharani.
- The maharaja and maharani presided over the festival.
- Rani (noun): A queen or princess; a title of lower rank than "maharani."
- The rani led her troops in the famous rebellion.
Synonyms
- Queen
- Princess
- Consort (when referring specifically to the wife of a ruler)
Related Idioms and Phrases
- Live like a maharani: To live in extreme luxury and opulence.
- After winning the lottery, she lived like a maharani for a few years.
Noun
- a great rani; a princess in India or the wife of a maharaja