1. Plural of pasha; high-ranking officials or governors in the Ottoman Empire.
Usage: historical; often capitalized when referring to specific titles
2. Plural of pasha; men of high rank or importance, especially those with wealth and power.
Usage: informal; sometimes used figuratively in modern English

Examples

• The Ottoman pashas ruled over vast territories in the 16th century.
• Several pashas gathered at the sultan's palace for the annual council.
• The local pashas controlled trade routes and collected taxes from merchants.
• In the novel, the wealthy pashas lived in luxurious mansions overlooking the city.
• The pashas of the empire were known for their military prowess and administrative skill.