khanate

Other forms: khanates

Definitions of khanate
  1. noun
    the realm of a khan
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    type of:
    demesne, domain, land
    territory over which rule or control is exercised
  2. noun
    the position of a khan
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    type of:
    berth, billet, office, place, position, post, situation, spot
    a job in an organization
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