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irridenta

 

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Noun irridenta has 1 sense
  1. irredenta, irridenta - a region that is related ethnically or historically to one country but is controlled politically by another
    --1 is a kind of region

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Irredenta

Description:

Irredenta refers to a territorial region or land that is seen as culturally or historically related to a particular nation but is currently under the political control of another country. Typically, it represents land that nationalists believe should be reunited with its original nation. The term is often associated with lingering historical tensions.

Examples:

Noun:

1. The Italian-speaking region of South Tyrol in northern Italy is considered an irredenta for Austria, as some Austrians believe it should be part of their country based on historical and cultural ties.

2. Some Greeks view certain islands in the Aegean Sea as irredentas, as they believe these islands should be under Greek control rather than belonging to Turkey.

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Irredenta

Description:

Irredenta is a term used to describe a person who is fiercely nationalistic and advocates for the reunification of a particular land with its original nation. These individuals strongly believe in restoring historical territories to their rightful control, often resulting in political and social tensions.

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Noun:

1. The politician gained popularity among the population by appealing to the irredentas who wanted to reclaim territories lost in historical conflicts.

2. The irredenta movement in Eastern Europe sparked debates and conflicts over border redefinitions and national identities.

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Irredenta

Description:

Irredenta, as an adjective, is used to describe something that is popular or specific to a particular locality or region. It refers to customs, traditions, products, or phenomena that have gained significant recognition and prominence within a localized community.

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Adjective:

1. The annual festival featuring the local cuisine, dances, and music has a distinctly irredenta character, attracting visitors from nearby towns.

2. The artist's unique style of depicting landscapes has become an irredenta trademark, with numerous art galleries featuring their works exclusively.

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