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Definition of cossack

cossack

/ˈkɑː.sæk/
cos · sack
Plural:Cossacks
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Adjective:Cossack
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cossack Lexical Profile

cossack Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A member of an East Slavic people originating in the steppes of Ukraine and southern Russia, historically renowned for their self-governing communities and horsemanship.

Example

"The historical novel depicts the daily life of a Cossack living along the banks of the Don River in the eighteenth century."

• adjective

1

Relating to the Cossacks, their history, traditional attire, or cultural traditions.

Example

"The folk ensemble performed a lively Cossack dance characterized by high leaps and rapid footwork."

Word Nuance & Usage

Usually capitalized as "Cossack." Do not confuse with "cassock," which refers to a full-length ecclesiastical garment worn by Christian clergy.

• Nearby Words

cosplayer
cosponsor
cosponsorship
cossack
cosset
cost
costa rica

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century via Russian "kazak" and Ukrainian "kozak," ultimately from a Turkic word (compare Kipchak "qazaq") meaning "adventurer," "rover," or "free man."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cossack. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cossack
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