kotwal

Definitions

Examples

• The Kotwal had a stable with lock and key at his service, and would put a watchman over the door all night.

• Up ere dawn, and everything made ready for a start, the kotwal very busy, lending a helping hand.

• I desired the kotwal to pardon them; but they are sure to be forced to give up the rupee.

• The old kotwal, a most obliging old fellow, welcomed me warmly, mindful of former backsheesh.

• He took the messenger back into Delhi, the man believing that he would be handed over to the Kotwal for hanging.