kɑːrɑːˈkuːrʊm

Definitions

1. noun

A city in Mongolia, the capital of the Mongol Empire from the 13th to the 14th century

“The emperor’s palace in Karakorum was a marvel of its time.”

2. proper noun

Karakorum, the capital of the Mongol Empire

“The travelers visited the ruins of Karakorum, where the great Khan once ruled.”

3. geographic term

A historical region in Mongolia

“The Karakorum region was an important center of trade and culture.”