jugoslavia

/juːɡoʊˈsɑːviə/

Definitions

1. proper noun

A former country in Southeastern Europe that existed from 1918 to 2003, consisting of six republics: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, and Slovenia.

“The breakup of Yugoslavia had significant geopolitical implications.”

2. noun

The region of Southeastern Europe where the former country of Yugoslavia was located.

“The history of Yugoslavia is a complex and multifaceted topic.”

Synonyms

  • balkan states
  • former republic

Antonyms

  • single country
  • united states