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Definition of vladimir

vladimir

/vləˈdiː.mɪər/
vlad · i · mir
Plural:Vladimirs
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vladimir Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A traditional and widely used Slavic male given name, historically meaning 'ruler of the world' or 'ruler of peace'.

Example

"Vladimir Nabokov is celebrated globally as one of the greatest novelists of the twentieth century."

2

A historic city in western Russia, situated on the Klyazma River east of Moscow, renowned for its 12th-century architectural monuments and its historical role as a medieval capital.

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Slavic name Volodimir, composed of the Old Slavic elements 'vladeti' (to rule) and 'miru' (peace or world).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

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