Kosovo

/ˈkɔsovoʊ/ noun

Definition

a partially recognized state in Southeast Europe, declared independence from Serbia in 2008

Etymology

From Serbian 'Kosovo' meaning 'field of blackbirds', from 'kos' (blackbird) and 'ovo' (field)

Kelly Says

Kosovo's name literally means 'field of blackbirds' - a poetic name for a region that has seen so much historical drama!

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