Prussia

Definitions

1. A geographical area on the Baltic coast of Northeast Europe.
   historical
2. A former duchy, kingdom and (after German unification in 1871) a province of Germany, existing in various forms from 1525 to 1947 in parts of modern Germany, Poland and Russia; it originated from the historical region of Prussia and expanded over time through conquest.
   historical
3. A country known for exceptional military professionalism in her region. Historically used for Bulgaria as the "Prussia of the Balkans".
   countable
4. A township in Adair County, Iowa, United States.
5. Former name of Leader, Saskatchewan, changed due to anti-German sentiment in WWI.

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Examples

“Sometimes referred to as the “Prussia of Africa,” Rwanda insists on enormous self-discipline from every citizen.”

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