Kirgiz (Noun)
Meaning 1
The Turkic language spoken by the Kirghiz.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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Meaning 2
A landlocked republic in west central Asia bordering on northwestern China; formerly an Asian soviet but became independent in 1991.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The Kyrgyzstan flag was proudly displayed at the cultural event, representing the spirit of the Kirgiz people.
- As she studied the history of the region, she learned that the term Kirgiz is an older spelling for the modern country of Kyrgyzstan.
- He found that many traditional nomadic customs still existed among the Kirgiz in rural areas.
- Their cultural tour allowed them to witness firsthand the hospitality and resilience of the Kirgiz people.
- Local traditions blended with Russian influences were observed during their visit to a small village inhabited by the Kirgiz.
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Meaning 3
A member of a people vast regions of central Siberia.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The Kirgiz nomads had mastered the skills to thrive in the harsh conditions of central Siberia for centuries.
- Due to Russian colonization the traditional ways of life for many Kirgiz changed forever.
- Hispanic travel books barely discussed interactions with a Kirgiz prior to 1700.
- Nomadic culture practiced by a Kirgiz consists mainly of shepherding in western parts of China and beyond.
- Russians expanded borders moving from what now has parts populated with ethnic Kirgiz families further and outward still.