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from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun A group of families, probably originally related by blood, forming the principal political unit among the Mongols. Each aimak is governed by its own chieftain.

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  • (Mongol), including twenty-four pu (Chinese) or aimak (Mongol) as follows: I. Cherim Meng, or League, comprising the following pu, or tribes: (1) Khorch'in, 6 banners; (2) Djalaid, 1 banner; (3) Turbet,

    The Catholic Encyclopedia, Volume 10: Mass Music-Newman 1840-1916 1913

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