Ukrainian

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Etymology

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Inherited from Old Ruthenian клейнотъ (klejnot), borrowed from Middle High German kleinōt, kleinœte. The modern form is due to influence from New High German Kleinod.

Pronunciation

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Noun

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клейно́д (klejnódm inan (genitive клейно́да, nominative plural клейно́ди, genitive plural клейно́дів)

  1. (dated) jewel, gemstone, precious stone
  2. (historical, chiefly in the plural) attributes, insignia of Cossack leaders

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