patel

n. a very common last name for people from the Gujarat region of India.

n. a common surname among the Gujarati people, widely found in India and the global diaspora.

“Ms. Patel is the new manager of the local pharmacy.”

“The Patel family has lived in this neighborhood for three generations, contributing significantly to the local business community.”

n. a historical title for the head of a village in India.

n. a historical administrative title for a village headman in India, traditionally responsible for tax collection and maintaining order.

“In the old days, the patel was the most important person in the village.”

“Historical records from the Maratha Empire indicate that the patel held significant authority over land distribution and local disputes.”

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