[ˈkrɪmiə]

Definitions

1. noun

A peninsula on the northern coast of the Black Sea, connecting Russia and Ukraine.

“The annexation of Crimea by Russia has been a contentious issue in international politics.”

2. proper noun

The autonomous republic of Crimea, within Ukraine.

“Crimea has a rich cultural heritage, with influences from Ukraine, Russia, and Turkey.”

3. proper noun

The Crimean Peninsula, a historic region with a complex history of control by various empires and powers.

“The Crimean War was a pivotal conflict in the 19th century, fought between Russia and an alliance of France, Britain, and the Ottoman Empire.”