Capitan China
/ˌkapɪtan ˈtʃʌɪnə/Now chiefly historical
noun
In various (former) European colonies in South-East Asia: (a title for) the headman or leader of the Chinese community, who acts as their representative in dealings between the community and the colonial government.
Origin
Early 17th century. In some forms from captain + the name of China.
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