aquitaine
Definition
Proper noun: * A historical region in southwestern France: Aquitaine refers to a former administrative region and historical duchy located in the southwest of France, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean (Bay of Biscay), Spain, and the Pyrenees mountains. It is known for its wine production, particularly around Bordeaux.
Examples of Usage
- Proper noun:
- Eleanor of Aquitaine was one of the most powerful women in medieval Europe.
- The vineyards of Aquitaine produce some of the world's finest wines.
- We traveled through Aquitaine, visiting Bordeaux and the coastal towns.
Advanced Usage
- Historical Context: The term is often used in historical discussions about medieval Europe, referring to the Duchy of Aquitaine, which was a significant possession of the English crown for centuries after the marriage of Eleanor of Aquitaine to Henry II of England.
- The loss of Aquitaine was a major blow to English influence on the continent.
Variants and Related Words
- Aquitanian (adjective): Relating to Aquitaine.
- The Aquitanian coast is popular with surfers.
- Nouvelle-Aquitaine (proper noun): The modern French administrative region, created in 2016, which incorporates the historical territory of Aquitaine along with other former regions.
- Nouvelle-Aquitaine is now the largest region in France by area.
Synonyms
- Historical region: Duchy of Aquitaine (specifically the medieval entity).
- Modern region: Nouvelle-Aquitaine (the current administrative name).
Noun
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a region of southwestern France between Bordeaux and the Pyrenees
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