alexander ii

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Noun alexander ii has 1 sense

Alexander II, Czar Alexander II, Alexander the Liberator - the son of Nicholas I who, as czar of Russia, introduced reforms that included limited emancipation of the serfs (1818-1881)
--₁ is a kind of czar, tsar, tzar

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Alexander II

Definition: Alexander II was the Emperor of Russia from 1855 until his assassination in 1881. He is known for his significant reforms, including the emancipation of serfs and the modernization of Russia.

Senses:

Noun: The second Alexander to rule as Emperor of Russia, succeeding Nicholas I.
Noun: A historical figure associated with liberal reforms in Russia during the 19th century.

Sample sentences:

My great-grandfather still holds a letter signed by Alexander II.
Alexander II's assassination came as a shock to the nation.
The reign of Alexander II marked a period of significant changes in Russian society.
Historians often debate the effectiveness of Alexander II's reforms.

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