Great Russian

noun

Great Russian adjective

Examples of Great Russian in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The ballet, put on by Talmi Entertainment, was formerly known as Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker but was renamed in respect and solidarity for Ukraine and because of current world events. Kelly Wilkinson, The Indianapolis Star, 21 Oct. 2022

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Word History

First Known Use

1783, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Great Russian was in 1783

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“Great Russian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Great%20Russian. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.

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