Kremlin
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Noun — A fortified citadel or central stronghold found at the heart of many old Russian cities.
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Etymology
From Russian кремль (kremlʹ), originally meaning a fortress inside a city; the Moscow Kremlin became so famous that the word now doubles as shorthand for the Russian government itself.
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What does “Kremlin” mean?
The word “Kremlin” means a fortified citadel or central stronghold found at the heart of many old Russian cities. In plain terms, either the walled fortress-complex at the centre of a Russian city, or (capitalized) the Russian government itself.
How do you pronounce “Kremlin”?
“Kremlin” is pronounced KREHM-lihn (/ˈkɹɛmlɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Kremlin” in a sentence?
Here is “Kremlin” used in a sentence: “The city's kremlin dates back to the fourteenth century.”
What part of speech is “Kremlin”?
“Kremlin” is a noun.
Where does the word “Kremlin” come from?
The word “Kremlin” comes from Russian. From Russian кремль (kremlʹ), originally meaning a fortress inside a city; the Moscow Kremlin became so famous that the word now doubles as shorthand for the Russian government itself.
Is “Kremlin” a common word?
“Kremlin” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Kremlin” have?
“Kremlin” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a fortified citadel or central stronghold found at the heart of many old Russian cities.