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Caucasus
KAW-kuh-suhs
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A mountain range and surrounding region between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea, spanning Russia, Georgia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan.
"The Caucasus is home to Europe's highest peak, Mount Elbrus."
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Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe mountainous region between the Black and Caspian Seas.
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Etymology
Via Latin Caucasus, from Ancient Greek Kaukasos.