Sevastopol
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- proper noun
- /sɛˈvæstəˌpoʊl/
- Many tourists visit Sevastopol to explore its rich history and numerous memorials from past wars.
- Sevastopol, a port city
- Fleet in Sevastopol
- Soviet Sevastopol
Examples
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Since the demise of the Soviet Union, Sevastopol's importance as a military base has decreased.
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During the conflict, Sevastopol became a focal point for naval operations and military strategy.
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A third and related issue is the status of Sevastopol.
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Any attempt by Moscow to call into question Ukrainian sovereignty over Sevastopol could spark a serious crisis between Russia and Ukraine.
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On May 9, 1944, the Soviet army liberated Sevastopol.
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And Russia agreed to lease the port of Sevastopol on Ukrainian territory and to base troops there with Ukraine's agreement.
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The problem is compounded by the fact that the local population in Crimea strongly favors keeping the Russian fleet in Sevastopol.
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The port city of Sevastopol is known for its strategic military significance in the Black Sea region.
Synonyms
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A city and major port in southern Ukraine on the Black Sea with an important navy base
Surface Forms
Etymology
Sevastopol comes from Greek parts sebastos meaning 'respected' and polis meaning 'city', the same polis you see in metropolis. So Sevastopol means a 'respected city', which fits its role as an important port and military base.