1. A king or ruler of the Baganda people of Uganda.
Usage: Often capitalized when referring to a specific historical or current ruler.; From Luganda, the language of the Baganda people.

Examples

• The kabaka of Buganda held significant cultural and political authority.
• Kabaka Mutesa II was an important figure in Ugandan history.
• The current kabaka continues to serve as a ceremonial leader for the Baganda.
• Traditionally, the kabaka was both a spiritual and temporal leader.
• The kabaka's palace remains an important landmark in Kampala.