russian

[ˈrʌʃən]

russian Definition

  • 1relating to Russia, its people, or their language
  • 2a person from Russia

Using russian: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "russian" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She is taking Russian classes at the university.

  • Example

    The Russian government has denied the allegations.

  • Example

    He is a Russian citizen.

  • Example

    The Russian language uses the Cyrillic alphabet.

russian Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for russian

  • Russian-speaking
  • Soviet

Phrases with russian

  • Russian roulette

    a dangerous game of chance in which a player places a single bullet in a revolver, spins the cylinder, places the muzzle against their head, and pulls the trigger.

    Example

    Playing Russian roulette is extremely dangerous and can lead to death.

  • a set of wooden dolls of decreasing size placed one inside another.

    Example

    She collects Russian dolls and has a large collection from different countries.

  • a salad made with boiled potatoes, carrots, peas, eggs, and mayonnaise.

    Example

    Russian salad is a popular dish in many countries and is often served as a side dish.

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Summary: russian in Brief

The term 'Russian' [ˈrʌʃən] refers to anything related to Russia, its people, or their language. It can be used as an adjective or a noun, as in 'She is taking Russian classes at the university' or 'He is a Russian citizen.' The term also extends into phrases like 'Russian roulette,' a dangerous game of chance, 'Russian doll,' a set of wooden dolls of decreasing size, and 'Russian salad,' a popular dish made with boiled potatoes, carrots, peas, eggs, and mayonnaise.

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