Дружина

Definition

Wife.

Example

Etymology

'Дружина' (druzhyna) originates from the Proto-Slavic '*družina', meaning 'wife' or 'female companion'. It exemplifies partnership in marriage.

How & Where It’s Used

'Дружина' is primarily used in formal contexts such as legal documents and discussions, but also appears in literature.

Literary Heritage

The term appears in historical texts and modern literature, often delineating the role of wives in familial and social structures.

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