Definition

Noun: * Vilnius: The capital and largest city of Lithuania, located in the southeastern part of the country. It is the political, economic, and cultural center of Lithuania.

Usage Notes

• "Vilno" is an older or alternative English name for the city more commonly known today as Vilnius. In modern contexts, "Vilnius" is the standard and preferred term.
• It functions as a proper noun and is always capitalized.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The historic center of Vilno is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • He traveled from Warsaw to Vilno by train.

Advanced Usage

• The name "Vilno" may appear in historical texts, older maps, or literature.
• In some languages, the city's name is derived from "Vilno" (e.g., Polish: ).

Variants and Related Words

• Vilnius (n): The contemporary and official English name for the capital of Lithuania.
• Vilnian (adj, n): Of or relating to Vilnius; a native or inhabitant of Vilnius.
  • The Vilnian architecture reflects various historical influences.

Synonyms

• Vilnius
• (Historical/Contextual) Wilno (Polish)

Related Terms

• Capital: A city that is the seat of government for a country or region.
• Lithuania: A country in Northern Europe, of which Vilnius is the capital.

Noun

1. the capital and largest city of Lithuania; located in southeastern Lithuania