adjective
Uncommon
Yugoslav
YOO-guh-slahv
Yugoslav (adjective) means relating to Yugoslavia or its people. Example: “The exhibit features Yugoslav films from the 1970s.”
adjective
1
Relating to Yugoslavia or its people.
"Due to Greek objections, North Macedonia was often referred to as the "former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia" for many years."
"The exhibit features Yugoslav films from the 1970s."
noun
1
A person from Yugoslavia.
"He considered himself to be a Yugoslav first and foremost, regardless of his Croat and Serb ancestry."
"Her grandparents were Yugoslavs who emigrated in the 1960s."
How to use Yugoslav
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRelating to the former country of Yugoslavia, or a person from it.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Yugoslavs
- Comparative
- more Yugoslav
- Superlative
- most Yugoslav
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Etymology
From Serbo-Croatian Jugoslaven, meaning "southern Slav."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Yugoslav” mean?
The word “Yugoslav” means relating to Yugoslavia or its people. In plain terms, relating to the former country of Yugoslavia, or a person from it.
How do you pronounce “Yugoslav”?
“Yugoslav” is pronounced YOO-guh-slahv (/ˈjuːɡəˌslɑːv/ in IPA).
How do you use “Yugoslav” in a sentence?
Here is “Yugoslav” used in a sentence: “The exhibit features Yugoslav films from the 1970s.”
What part of speech is “Yugoslav”?
Depending on how it is used, “Yugoslav” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “Yugoslav” a common word?
“Yugoslav” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Yugoslav” have?
“Yugoslav” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to Yugoslavia or its people.
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