Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
uighur
noun
/ˈwiːɡər/
Definition
The Uighurs are a group of Turkic people originating from the Xinjiang Uighur Autonomous Region of China.
Examples
- The Uighur culture is rich with traditions and history.
- She studied the Uighur language in university.
- The Uighurs have faced significant political and social challenges in recent years.
Meaning
Uighur can also refer to the language spoken by the Uighur people, which is a Turkic language.
Synonyms
- Turkic
- Central Asian
- Xinjiang
