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Definition of volga

volga

/ˈvoʊl.ɡə/
Vol · ga
Adjective:Volgan
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volga Lexical Profile

• noun

1

The longest river in Europe, flowing through central Russia and emptying into the Caspian Sea, widely regarded as the national river of Russia.

2

An automobile brand that originated in the Soviet Union in 1956, historically serving as the standard vehicle for high-ranking government officials and taxi fleets.

Example

"During the Cold War era, seeing a black Volga parked on the street often signaled the presence of important state bureaucrats."

• Rhymes for volga

• Nearby Words

volcanism
volcano
vole
volga
volgograd
volition
volley

Word Origin & Etymology

From Russian Волга (Volga), which is likely derived from a Proto-Slavic root '*vòlga' meaning 'wetness' or 'moisture'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

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