the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. In Turkey, a commander or chief officer. It is used also as a title of respect.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. A title formerly given to great chiefs in Turkey, and especially to the commander-in-chief of the janizaries.
n. A title of respect given to village magnates and petty gentlemen in Turkey.
n. Also spelled agha.
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n. title for a civil or military leader (especially in Turkey)
Word Usage
"I drew some of my best -- "This, honourable sir," said I, presenting the glass, "is what I call my aga wine: the late aga was so fond of it, he used to order a whole cask at once to his house, and had it taken there in a litter.""