kurd
Definition
Noun: A member of a predominantly pastoral, Islamic people inhabiting the region of Kurdistan, which spans parts of Turkey, Iran, Iraq, and Syria. The Kurds are recognized as the world's largest ethnic group without a sovereign nation-state.
Usage and Examples
- Noun:
- The Kurd was a skilled shepherd in the mountainous region.
- Many Kurds have advocated for greater cultural and political rights.
- She interviewed a Kurd about life in the diaspora.
Advanced Usage
- As a collective noun (plural: Kurds): Refers to the ethnic group as a whole.
- The Kurds have a rich cultural heritage of poetry and music.
- In geopolitical contexts: Often used in discussions of nationalism, autonomy, and statelessness.
- The conference addressed the political aspirations of the Kurd.
Variants and Related Words
- Kurdish (adjective): Pertaining to the Kurds, their language, or culture.
- She is studying the Kurdish language.
- Kurdistan (proper noun): The historical and cultural region inhabited by the Kurds.
Synonyms
- None that are exact. "Kurd" is a specific ethnonym. In descriptive contexts, one might use phrases like "a member of the Kurdish people."
Related Phrases and Contexts
- Kurdish diaspora: Refers to Kurdish communities living outside their traditional homeland.
- Kurdish regions/areas: The territories where Kurds predominantly live.
Noun
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a member of a largely pastoral Islamic people who live in Kurdistan; the largest ethnic group without their own state
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