Definition

Proper noun A family name, most notably associated with Hosni Mubarak, the former President of Egypt.

Usage

This word is used almost exclusively as a proper noun to refer to the specific individual, Hosni Mubarak, or to his family. * Hosni Mubarak served as President of Egypt for nearly 30 years. * The Mubarak era in Egypt ended in 2011.

Advanced Usage

• The name can be used metonymically to refer to his government, political era, or associated policies.
  • The protests were directed against the corruption of the Mubarak regime.

Variants and Related Words

• Mubarak-era (adjective): Pertaining to the time when Hosni Mubarak was in power.
  • The report investigated Mubarak-era financial dealings.

Synonyms

• (When referring to the person): The former president, the ex-president, Hosni (in context).
• (When referring to the era/government): The former regime, the old government.

Noun

1. Egyptian statesman who became president in 1981 after Sadat was assassinated (born in 1929)