mir
Mir (noun) means a self-governing peasant village community in Imperial Russia that jointly managed local farmland. Example: “Land in the mir was periodically redistributed among households.”
How to use mir
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA historical term for a traditional Russian farming community that shared and managed land collectively.
Word forms
mirs plural, Mirs plural
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Land in the _____ was periodically redistributed among households.
Etymology
Borrowed from Russian мир (mir), a word that can mean "community," "world," or "peace" depending on context.
Frequently asked questions
What does “mir” mean?
The word “mir” means a self-governing peasant village community in Imperial Russia that jointly managed local farmland. In plain terms, a historical term for a traditional Russian farming community that shared and managed land collectively.
How do you pronounce “mir”?
“Mir” is pronounced meer (/mɪɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “mir” in a sentence?
Here is “mir” used in a sentence: “Land in the mir was periodically redistributed among households.”
What part of speech is “mir”?
“Mir” is a noun.
Where does the word “mir” come from?
The word “mir” comes from Russian. Borrowed from Russian мир (mir), a word that can mean "community," "world," or "peace" depending on context.
Is “mir” a common word?
“Mir” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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