Definition

Proper noun: * Kwangju: A major city located in the southwestern region of South Korea. It is historically significant for its role as a key military installation during the Korean War (1950-1953).

Usage

• Proper noun:
  • Kwangju is the capital of South Jeolla Province.
  • The Kwangju Uprising of 1980 is a pivotal event in modern South Korean history.
  • During the Korean War, Kwangju served as an important base for United Nations forces.

Advanced Usage

• "The Kwangju Democratization Movement": Refers to the popular uprising in the city in May 1980, which was a major protest against the then military government and is now commemorated as a struggle for democracy.

Variants and Related Words

• Gwangju: The Revised Romanization of Korean spelling for the city's name, which has become the standard in South Korea and in many international contexts. (e.g., "The 2019 World Aquatics Championships were held in .")

Synonyms

• Metropolis (when referring to its status as a large, important city).
• Urban center.

Related Terms

• Honam region: The southwestern region of Korea where Kwangju/Gwangju is located.
• May 18th National Cemetery: A memorial cemetery in the city dedicated to the victims of the 1980 uprising.

Noun

1. city in southwestern South Korea; an important military base during the Korean War