Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rurik

Proper Noun
RUR-ik
Definition
Rurik is a name associated with the founder of the Rurik dynasty in Eastern Europe, particularly in Russia.
Examples
  • Rurik established the first grand princely dynasty in Kievan Rus.
  • The Rurik dynasty played a crucial role in the development of early Russian statehood.
Meaning
Refers to both the historical figure who established a ruling dynasty and the lineage that followed.
Synonyms
  • N/A (Rurik is a proper noun with no direct synonyms)