Headman Meaning in English
word
परिभाषा
A headman is the leader or chief of a village or small community, especially in traditional or rural societies.
उपयोग और बारीकियां
Often used in anthropological or cultural contexts. Refers mainly to rural, traditional, or tribal settings. Different from 'leader' or 'chief' in that it's usually specific to smaller, local groups. Not commonly used for city or modern organizations.
उदाहरण वाक्य
The headman led the village meeting.
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People respect the headman in the community.
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The headman solved the problem quickly.
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Whenever there's a conflict, everyone turns to the headman for advice.
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The villagers trust the headman to represent them in negotiations with outsiders.
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After the old headman passed away, the village gathered to choose a successor.
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