Abyssinia

geographical name

a historical name
see ethiopia sense 2

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“Abyssinia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Abyssinia. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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