Dictionary entryCEFR B1noun
nation
IPA pronunciation: /ˈneɪʃn/
Listen to the pronunciationRussian meaning
нация, страна
English definition
A large group of people living in one country, often with a shared history and culture.
Example
The nation celebrated its independence day with fireworks.
Collocations
- nation state
- United Nations
- nationwide
- industrial nation
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