1. members of a Muslim dynasty that ruled much of India from the 16th to 18th centuries
Usage: usually capitalized; plural form; singular is Mughal; historical
2. the Indo-Islamic culture, art, and architecture produced during the Mughal Empire
Usage: usually capitalized; used attributively (e.g., Mughal architecture)

Examples

• The Mughals established one of the world's largest empires in South Asia.
• Mughal emperors like Akbar and Shah Jahan left a lasting impact on Indian culture.
• The Taj Mahal is one of the most famous examples of Mughal architecture.
• Mughal art combined Persian, Indian, and Islamic influences.
• The Mughals ruled India for nearly three centuries before their decline in the 18th century.