ukranian

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Definition

1. Noun:
   • A native or inhabitant of Ukraine: A person who was born in or is a citizen of the country of Ukraine.
   • The Slavic language spoken by the Ukrainian people: The official language of Ukraine, belonging to the East Slavic group of languages.

Usage Examples

• Noun (Person):
  • She is a Ukrainian who moved abroad for work.
  • Many Ukrainians have a strong sense of national identity.
• Noun (Language):
  • He is fluent in Ukrainian and Russian.
  • The book was translated from Ukrainian into English.

Advanced Usage

• As an adjective: While the primary request is for the noun, it is critical to note that "Ukrainian" is also commonly used as an adjective meaning "of or relating to Ukraine or its people or language." This usage is so prevalent it must be mentioned for clarity, though the core definition remains the noun.
  • The Ukrainian culture is rich and diverse. (Adjective use describing culture)
  • We studied Ukrainian history. (Adjective use describing history)

Variants and Related Words

• Ukraine (n): The country in Eastern Europe.
• Ukrainian SSR (n): Historical term for Ukraine when it was a republic of the Soviet Union.

Synonyms

• Noun (Person): Ukrainite (rare, archaic).
• Noun (Language): No direct common synonym; it is the specific name of the language.

Important Notes on Usage

• The correct spelling is Ukrainian, not "Ukranian".
• The definite article "the" is not used before "Ukraine" in modern English (e.g., "in Ukraine," not "in the Ukraine"). However, the noun "a Ukrainian" or "Ukrainians" remains standard.
• When referring to the people collectively, "Ukrainians" is used.

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Noun

1. a native or inhabitant of the Ukraine

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