Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ustashi

Noun

/ˈuːstəʃi/

Definition

A Croatian nationalist and fascist organization that was active during World War II.

Examples

The Ustashi regime was responsible for numerous war crimes during World War II.
Many Ustashi members fled Croatia after the war, seeking refuge in other countries.

Meaning

The term ‘ustashi’ refers specifically to the members of the Ustaše, a group that fought for the establishment of an independent Croatian state and was known for its extreme nationalist and anti-Serb policies.