molotov
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A city in Russia: A major industrial city located in the European part of Russia, on the Kama River. It was historically known by this name.
- A Soviet statesman: Vyacheslav Mikhailovich Molotov, a prominent Russian revolutionary and Soviet politician who served as Minister of Foreign Affairs.
Usage Examples
Proper noun (City): The factory was relocated to Molotov during the war. Molotov, now known as Perm, is an important cultural center.
Proper noun (Person): Molotov was a key figure in Stalin's government. The Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact was signed in 1939.
Advanced Usage
- Historical Context: The term is often used in historical discussions of the Soviet Union, particularly regarding World War II diplomacy and the early Cold War period.
Variants and Related Words
- Molotov cocktail (noun): An informal term for a crude incendiary weapon, typically a glass bottle filled with flammable liquid. This term is derived from the name of Vyacheslav Molotov.
Synonyms
- For the city: Perm (its modern and historical name).
- For the person: Vyacheslav Molotov (full name).
Related Phrases
- Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact: The common name for the 1939 non-aggression treaty between Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union, officially named the Treaty of Non-aggression between Germany and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics.
Noun
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a city in the European part of Russia
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Soviet statesman (1890-1986)
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