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Transylvania

American  
[tran-sil-veyn-yuh, -vey-nee-uh] / ˌtræn sɪlˈveɪn yə, -ˈveɪ ni ə /

noun

  1. a region and former province in central Romania: formerly part of Hungary. 24,027 sq. mi. (62,230 sq. km).


Transylvania British  
/ ˌtrænsɪlˈveɪnɪə /

noun

  1. a region of central and NW Romania: belonged to Hungary from the 11th century until 1918; restored to Romania in 1947

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Other Word Forms

  • Transylvanian adjective

Example Sentences

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The Hațeg Basin in Transylvania has long been known around the world for its dinosaur fossils, uncovered at dozens of sites over the last hundred years.

From Science Daily

The two drove for nearly three hours from her hotel to an Airbnb villa in Transylvania where the cryptocurrency photo shoots were set to take place.

From Los Angeles Times

Securing a real castle for Orlok’s Transylvania home also was tricky.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s no surprise to learn that the series was partially filmed in Transylvania.

From Los Angeles Times

All parents have been notified and the children will be temporarily taken into the care of the Transylvania County Department of Social Services, health officials said.

From Seattle Times