smolensk
/ˈsmɒlɛnsk/Definitions
1. noun
A city in western Russia, on the Dnieper River.
“Smolensk is a historic city known for its cultural significance in Russia.”
2. proper noun
A province in the Russian Empire and the Soviet Union, from 1708 to 1929.
“In the 18th century, the Smolensk Province was a significant administrative unit of the Russian Empire.”
3. adjective
Relating to Smolensk or its people.
“The Smolensk dialect is a unique variation of the Russian language.”