Azerbajdzhan
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Definition
Proper noun A country in the South Caucasus region of Eurasia, located at the crossroads of Eastern Europe and Western Asia. It is a landlocked republic, bordered by the Caspian Sea to the east, Russia to the north, Georgia to the northwest, Armenia to the west, and Iran to the south.
Usage
The word 'Azerbajdzhan' is used as the name of a country. * Azerbajdzhan is known for its rich oil reserves. * The capital of Azerbajdzhan is Baku.
Advanced Usage
- Historical Context: The term can be used when referring to the country's period as a constituent republic of the former Soviet Union (the Azerbaijan Soviet Socialist Republic).
- During the Soviet era, Azerbajdzhan was a major oil-producing region.
Variants and Related Words
- Azerbaijan: The more common and standard contemporary English spelling of the country's name.
- Azerbaijani (adjective): Relating to Azerbaijan or its people.
- Azerbaijani culture
- Azerbaijani (noun): A person from Azerbaijan; the Turkic language spoken in Azerbaijan.
- He is an Azerbaijani.
- She speaks Azerbaijani.
Synonyms
- Republic of Azerbaijan: The official name of the country.
Noun
- a landlocked republic in southwestern Asia; formerly an Asian soviet