Austro-Hungarian

adjective

Aus·​tro-Hun·​gar·​i·​an ˈȯ-(ˌ)strō-ˌhəŋ-ˈger-ē-ən How to pronounce Austro-Hungarian (audio)
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: of or relating to Austria-Hungary (a dual monarchy of central Europe 1867–1918)
Austro-Hungarian noun
plural Austro-Hungarians

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After a stint in the Austro-Hungarian Army during the First World War, Hayek chose to pursue an academic career, eventually making his way to the faculty of the London School of Economics. The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 8 May 2026 In another timeline, Habsburg would have been the heir-apparent to the throne of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Luke Smith, New York Times, 6 May 2026 Meanwhile, Austro-Hungarian troops failed badly in their attack on Serbia and then against Russia. Terry W. Hartle, Christian Science Monitor, 12 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1867, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Austro-Hungarian was in 1867

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“Austro-Hungarian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Austro-Hungarian. Accessed 10 May. 2026.

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