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Nation-State

A nation-state is a sovereign country whose people are predominantly of a single nationality or share a common culture, language, or history.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

In a political sense, a nation-state refers to a country that governs itself and exercises authority over a specific territory.

Example sentence: The United States is an example of a nation-state where the federal government has power over the entire country.

Sense 2:

In a cultural sense, a nation-state embodies a community of people with shared traditions, customs, and beliefs.

Example sentence: Japan is known as a nation-state with a rich cultural heritage, including unique traditions and a distinct language.

Sense 3:

Historically, the rise of nation-states resulted in the formation of modern political systems and the decline of feudalism.

Example sentence: The French Revolution played a significant role in the establishment of nation-states across Europe.

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