pɒˈlɔʊniə

Definitions

1. noun

a region of Poland inhabited by Polish minority groups, especially in the eastern part of the country.

“The Polonia region is home to many Polish cultural events throughout the year.”

2. noun

a term used to describe the Polish diaspora, or people of Polish descent living outside of Poland.

“The Polonia community in the United States has preserved many Polish traditions.”

3. proper noun

Poland, especially in historical or poetic contexts.

“The land of Polonia, where my ancestors were born.”