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Definition of sulak
sulak
/ˈsuːlɑːk/
su · lak
sulak Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
12
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A river in the Republic of Dagestan, Russia, that flows from the Greater Caucasus mountains eastward into the Caspian Sea.
Example
"The Sulak provides vital water resources and hydroelectric power for the surrounding regions in Dagestan."
2
A massive, steep-sided gorge in Dagestan, Russia, carved by the Sulak River and widely considered one of the deepest canyons in Europe.
Example
"Tourists visiting the North Caucasus frequently travel to the edge of the Sulak Canyon to marvel at its staggering depth and vibrant turquoise waters."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from Turkic languages spoken in the Caucasus region, where the root 'su' means 'water' and 'sulak' translates to 'watery place' or 'wetland'.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sulak. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sulak