Argun
[ahr-goon]
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noun Older Spelling.
a river in NE Asia, forming part of the boundary between the Russian Federation and China. About 450 miles (725 km) long.
Also called Ergun He.
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Historical Examples of argun
Saad-Addaula practised in Bagdad, where Argun very often held his court.
History of the Jews, Vol. III (of 6)Heinrich Graetz
The Jewish minister, indeed, deserved the high favor with which Argun honored him.
History of the Jews, Vol. III (of 6)Heinrich Graetz
It is formed by the junction of the rivers Sckilk and Argun, and is navigable to the sea.
Argun displayed marked aversion to Islam, and a special liking for Jews and Christians.
History of the Jews, Vol. III (of 6)Heinrich Graetz
Argun, who loved647 gold, was delighted with his Jewish commissary, and distinguished him by all possible marks of honor.
History of the Jews, Vol. III (of 6)Heinrich Graetz