khatri

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Definition of khatri in English English dictionary

Ancestraly, ethnically and genetically related to Jats, Tarkhans (Ramgarhias), Gujjars, Rajputs, Lohars and Kambojs

The second-highest of the four castes or varnas in traditional Punjabi society

Descendants of Indo-Scythians

A member of ruling or martial class in Punjabi society, regardless of religion

Warrior, protector, governing official, judge, administrator, anyone in military or governing hierarchy from king to village chief and from general to foot-soldier

Hyphenation

kha·tri

Etymology

() From Punjabi ਖਤਰੀ (khatrī)