Definition of "khanum" []

• A lady of rank; the feminine of the title khan. (noun)

The Century Dictionary (Public Domain)

• "Reply to this ismat ara khanum dear foreign minister please take proper initiative against neighbour Indias aggression of Tipaimukh Dam."
• "A cock crowed, she heard the clip-clopping of a laden donkey coming up the road behind her and a "Salaam aleikom, khanum," from the driver."
• ""I work for new master - I never forget pretty khanum who is so generous," he said, grinning."