[/ˈtʃɛrsəniːz/]

Definitions

1. noun

A historical region in northern Greece and eastern Albania, corresponding to the southern part of the modern Greek region of Epirus and the northern part of the Greek region of Thessaly.

“The Chersonese was an important hub for ancient Greek trade and commerce.”

2. noun

A peninsula in northern Greece and eastern Albania, corresponding to the southern part of the modern Greek region of Epirus and the northern part of the Greek region of Thessaly.

“The Chersonese is known for its rugged landscape and diverse wildlife.”