Definition

Proper noun: * Sichuan Province: A populous administrative division in south central China. This term refers to the specific geographic and political region.

Usage Notes

• "Szechwan Province" is a historical romanization (Wade-Giles system) of the Chinese name. The modern standard romanization is Sichuan Province.
• It functions as a proper noun and is typically capitalized.
• It is used to refer to the province as a whole entity—its location, government, and population.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used in historical or geographical contexts where the older romanization is standard or being referenced.
• It may appear in historical texts, older maps, or in the names of traditional dishes (e.g., Szechwan peppercorns).

Variants and Related Words

• Sichuan (n.): The modern, standard name for the province.
• Szechuan (n.): Another common historical romanization variant.
• Szechwan (n.): The base form, often used adjectivally (e.g., Szechwan cuisine).

Synonyms

• Sichuan Province
• Szechuan Province

Related Phrases

• Szechwan cuisine: The style of cooking originating from this region, famously spicy and numbing due to the use of Sichuan peppercorns.
• Szechwan peppercorn: A key spice from the region, known for its unique aroma and mouth-numbing quality.

Noun

1. a populous province of south central China