Styria

(ˈstɪərɪə)

(Placename) a mountainous state of SE Austria: rich mineral resources. Capital: Graz. Pop: 1 190 574 (2003 est). Area: 16 384 sq km (6326 sq miles). German name: Steiermark

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Styr•i•a

(ˈstɪər i ə)

n.

a province in SE Austria: formerly a duchy. 1,203,000; 6327 sq. mi. (16,385 sq. km). Cap.: Graz. German, Steiermark.

Translations

Steiermark

Styria

n (part of Austria) → Steiermark f

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It is well known that several animals, belonging to the most different classes, which inhabit the caves of Styria and of Kentucky, are blind.

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'In spite of the unfavorable nature of the weather, the sport of the Emperor and his guests in Styria has been successful.

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