enclave — a portion of territory surrounded by a larger territory whose inhabitants are culturally or ethnically distinct
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a portion of territory surrounded by a larger territory whose inhabitants are culturally or ethnically distinct
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈenkleɪv/
Korean meaning: 다른 영토에 둘러싸인 특별한 지역, 월경지
Korean pronunciation: **엔**클레이브
Example Sentences
- Chinatown serves as a cultural enclave where immigrants can feel at home.
- The millionaire's mansion became an enclave of luxury surrounded by modest neighborhoods.
- San Marino is a tiny enclave completely surrounded by Italy.
enclave
NOUN//ˈenkleɪv//
a portion of territory surrounded by a larger territory whose inhabitants are culturally or ethnically distinct
a portion of territory surrounded by a larger territory whose inhabitants are culturally or ethnically distinct
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Origin
프랑스어 'enclaver'에서 유래되었으며, '자물쇠로 잠그다'라는 의미의 라틴어 'clavis'(열쇠)에서 파생되었습니다. 마치 다른 영토에 둘러싸여 '잠긴' 지역이라는 의미입니다.
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“Chinatown serves as a cultural enclave where immigrants can feel at home.”
“The millionaire's mansion became an enclave of luxury surrounded by modest neighborhoods.”
“San Marino is a tiny enclave completely surrounded by Italy.”
“The coffee shop became an enclave for students during exam season.”
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