1. Plural of durbar; formal courts or receptions held by Indian rulers or British colonial officials in India.
Usage: historical; often capitalized when referring to specific historical events

Examples

• The British viceroy held several durbars to meet with local princes.
• During the colonial period, durbars were important ceremonial occasions.
• The maharaja's durbars attracted nobles and dignitaries from across the region.
• Historical records document the elaborate durbars of the 19th century.
• The Delhi Durbar of 1911 was one of the most famous durbars in Indian history.