Guzul

/ɡuːˈzuːl/ noun

Definition

A member of a Slavic ethnic group from the Carpathian Mountain region, primarily in Ukraine and Romania.

Etymology

From the Hutsul (or Guzul) people of Eastern Europe. The term comes from the regional self-identification of these mountain communities. 'Hutsul' and 'Guzul' are variant names for the same ethnic group.

Kelly Says

The Guzul people developed a completely unique culture isolated in high mountain valleys for centuries—they have their own traditional music, embroidery patterns, and customs that are so distinctive you can spot a Guzul textile from across a room!

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