prussian

[US]/'prʌʃən/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. relating to Prussia
n. a person from Prussia

Phrases & Collocations

Prussian army

Prussian history

Prussian culture

prussian blue

Example Sentences

Prussian blue is a dark blue pigment used in painting.

The Prussian army was known for its discipline and efficiency.

She inherited a beautiful Prussian porcelain tea set from her grandmother.

The treaty of Vienna in 1815 established the Prussian state as a major power in Europe.

Prussian military uniforms were characterized by their distinctive style and colors.

The Prussian king Frederick the Great was a renowned military strategist.

Prussian history is filled with tales of battles and conquests.

Prussian architecture is known for its grandeur and symmetry.

The Prussian monarchy came to an end in 1918 with the abdication of the emperor.

Prussian culture influenced many aspects of European society.

Real-world Examples

Boyars are the nobles; the Junkers are the Prussian nobles.

Source: Yale University Open Course: European Civilization (Audio Version)

And before long, dozens of other states started using the Prussian system too.

Source: One Hundred Thousand Whys

The Franco-Prussian war of 1870 led to many lasting changes across Europe.

Source: Reel Knowledge Scroll

It was a symbol of penance for the Franco-Prussian War and penance for the commune.

Source: Yale University Open Course: European Civilization (Audio Version)

So Mann advocated heavily for the Prussian model and it became the one implemented in America.

Source: Tales of Imagination and Creativity

In fact, a Prussian philosopher by the name of Johann played a key role in forming their educational system.

Source: Tales of Imagination and Creativity

Oh, there's dirt under Turner's nails, all right, but it's likely to be gamboge yellow or Prussian blue, not farm muck.

Source: The Power of Art - Joseph Mallord William Turner

And the more healthy Prussians, the more healthy Prussian soldiers.

Source: TED Talks (Audio Version) December 2019 Collection

Initially, the Austro-Prussian union  proved challenging for the French.

Source: Charming history

It belonged to the Prussian tribes, then to the Teutonic Order.

Source: Reel Knowledge Scroll

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