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East Germany

Definition:

East Germany refers to the eastern part of Germany that existed as a socialist state from 1949 to 1990, before reunification with West Germany.

Senses:

Sense 1 - Proper Noun:

In its proper noun form, East Germany refers to the specific country that existed from 1949 to 1990.

Example: My grandmother was born and raised in East Germany.

Sense 2 - Adjective:

Used as an adjective, East Germany describes something related to the geographic, cultural, or historical aspects of the eastern part of Germany.

Example: The museum showcased artifacts from East German history.

Sense 3 - Noun:

As a noun, East Germany denotes the region or territory that was once a separate country but is now part of the unified Germany.

Example: Many people from East Germany moved to the western part after the reunification.

Related Products:

• Books on the History of East Germany
• Films and Documentaries on East Germany Reunification
• Literature from East Germany