Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

austerlitz

Proper Noun

/ˈɔːstərlɪts/

Definition

Austerlitz is a proper noun referring to a notable battle or a location, specifically associated with the Battle of Austerlitz, which took place in 1805.

Examples

The Battle of Austerlitz is often regarded as Napoleon’s greatest victory.
Many historians study Austerlitz for its tactical importance in military strategy.

Meaning

The term is commonly linked to the historical event, known as the Battle of the Three Emperors, which was a decisive engagement during the Napoleonic Wars, involving Napoleon’s French forces against the Russian and Austrian armies.