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kremlin

Syllabification: (krem·lin)
Pronunciation: /ˈkremlin/

Definition of kremlin

noun

  • a citadel within a Russian town.
  • (the Kremlin) the citadel in Moscow.
  • the Russian or (formerly) Soviet government.

Origin:

mid 17th century: via French from Russian kremlʹ 'citadel'

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