masoud

Thân thiện

Ahmad Shah Masoud was a key military leader in Afghanistan.

Definition

Proper noun Ahmad Shah Massoud (often spelled 'Masoud' in English transliterations) was a prominent Afghan military leader and politician. He was a key figure in the resistance against the Soviet occupation in the 1980s and later led the Northern Alliance against the Taliban regime. He was assassinated in 2001.

Usage Notes

• 'Masoud' refers specifically to the historical figure Ahmad Shah Massoud.
• It is a proper noun used as a name.
• The word is typically used in historical, political, or biographical contexts.

Examples

• Historical Context:
• Biographical Reference:
• Political Discussion:

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used attributively to describe things associated with him.
  • Masoud's forces regrouped in the north.
  • The Masoud faction held a key position.

Variants and Related Words

• Ahmad Shah Massoud: The full name.
• The Lion of Panjshir: His common epithet in English.
• Northern Alliance: The coalition he led.

Synonyms

• Ahmad Shah Massoud
• The Lion of Panjshir (epithet)

Notes on Meaning

This is a proper noun with a single referent: the historical person. It does not have multiple general meanings. Its usage is confined to discussions about modern Afghan history.

Học thuật

Noun

1. Afghan leader of forces opposed to the Taliban; won fame by successfully resisting the Soviets in the 1980s; was assassinated by men posing as journalists (1953-2001)

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Masoud
• Ahmad Shah Masoud