noun
Uncommon
Kashmir
KASH-meer
Kashmir (noun) means a mountainous region in South Asia, long disputed between India, Pakistan, and China, prized for its valleys and, historically, fine wool. Example: “The trekking route wound through the valleys of Kashmir toward the mountains.”
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A mountainous region in South Asia, long disputed between India, Pakistan, and China, prized for its valleys and, historically, fine wool.
"The trekking route wound through the valleys of Kashmir toward the mountains."
How to use Kashmir
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA contested mountain region in South Asia claimed by India, Pakistan, and China.
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Etymology
From Sanskrit kashmira, the origin of the region's name, passed into English through Hindustani and Persian.
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What does “Kashmir” mean?
The word “Kashmir” means a mountainous region in South Asia, long disputed between India, Pakistan, and China, prized for its valleys and, historically, fine wool. In plain terms, a contested mountain region in South Asia claimed by India, Pakistan, and China.
How do you pronounce “Kashmir”?
“Kashmir” is pronounced KASH-meer (/ˈkæʃ.miɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Kashmir” in a sentence?
Here is “Kashmir” used in a sentence: “The trekking route wound through the valleys of Kashmir toward the mountains.”
What part of speech is “Kashmir”?
“Kashmir” is a noun.
Where does the word “Kashmir” come from?
The word “Kashmir” comes from Persian. From Sanskrit kashmira, the origin of the region's name, passed into English through Hindustani and Persian.
Is “Kashmir” a common word?
“Kashmir” is an uncommon word in modern English.
Why is Kashmir a disputed region?
Kashmir is a mountainous region in South Asia that has long been disputed between India, Pakistan, and China, with each claiming or controlling different parts of it. The dispute has made it one of the most contested territorial issues in the region.
What is Kashmir historically known for?
Kashmir is prized for its scenic valleys and, historically, for producing fine wool, which is the origin of the fabric term "cashmere."
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