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Definition of kosovo
kosovo
/ˈkoʊsəvoʊ/
Ko · so · vo
Adjective:Kosovan
kosovo Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
7
Tier
2
Usage
Top 10k
• noun
1
A partially recognized state and disputed territory in Southeast Europe, located in the central Balkan Peninsula, which formally declared independence from Serbia in 2008.
Example
"The cultural heritage of Kosovo includes numerous medieval monuments, historic mosques, and Orthodox monasteries."
Word Nuance & Usage
Kosovo's political status is historically and currently a subject of international dispute; it is recognized as an independent state by over a hundred UN member states, while Serbia continues to claim it as an autonomous province.
Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the Serbian 'Kosovo' (Косово), which is short for 'Kosovo polje' meaning 'field of blackbirds', rooted in the Slavic word 'kos' (blackbird).
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kosovo. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kosovo