Maratha

noun2

1. •
   A member of a Hindu caste (or caste cluster) that is particularly associated with the Indian state of Maharashtra.

   • The Marathas are a peculiar caste of Maharashtra, who claim to be Kshatriyas but are more like the cultivator-Sudras of north India. — 2004
2. •
   [before a noun] A member of a Marathi-speaking people particularly associated with Maharashtra.

   • (3) Maratha vessels were to have free access to all French ports, and vice versa. — 1961