Pashtoon (Noun)
Meaning
A member of the mountain people living in the eastern regions of Afghanistan; "Pathans are the predominant ethnic group in Afghanistan".
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The Pashtoon man wore traditional clothing and maintained strong cultural ties to his community.
- The predominantly Pashtoon population in the village adhered to traditional customs and practices.
- A delegation of Pashtoon elders met with government officials to discuss regional development.
- The Pashtoon dialect varied slightly from one valley to the next, but overall it remained a vital part of the culture.
- Historically, Pashtoon people have played a significant role in the social and economic fabric of Afghanistan.