Circassian
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/sərˈkæʃən/
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/səˈkæʃən/
People of the northwest Caucasus
Etymology
'Circassian' originates from the Russian word 'Черкес' (Cherkes), which referred to the people of the northwest Caucasus region.
'Черкес' (Cherkes) was adopted into English as 'Circassian' to describe the people and their culture.
Initially, it referred specifically to the people of the northwest Caucasus, but now it also encompasses their cultural and linguistic attributes.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a member of a group of people native to the northwest Caucasus region, particularly in modern-day Russia.
The Circassians have a rich cultural heritage.
Synonyms
Adjective 1
relating to the Circassians or their language.
Circassian traditions are celebrated annually.
Last updated: 2025/05/15 16:26