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Meanings
1
Mongolia; Greater Mongolia; Mongolian Plateau
Refers to the geographical region of Mongolia, often in historical or traditional contexts. Modern country is usually モンゴル.
Mongolia is a vast grassland region.
2
Mongols; Mongol tribe
historical term
Historical term for the nomadic Mongol people. In modern usage, モンゴル人 is more common.
The Mongols built a great empire in the 13th century.