Anhui
a province in E China. 54,015 sq. mi. (139,899 sq. km).
Capital: Hefei.
Contemporary Examples
Holding a trial in Anhui may therefore ensure a smooth outcome for Hu and his allies.
Will Gu Kailai Get the Death Penalty? The Telegraph July 26, 2012
It is not clear why the trial will be held in Anhui province.
Will Gu Kailai Get the Death Penalty? The Telegraph July 26, 2012
Historical Examples
His followers, however, regrouped themselves, particularly in the province of Anhui.
A history of China., [3d ed. rev. and enl.] Wolfram Eberhard
Not far beyond this locality the flood passed into the province of Anhui, where it spread very widely.
History of the Johnstown Flood Willis Fletcher Johnson
noun
a province of E China, crossed by the Yangtze River. Capital: Hefei. Pop: 64 100 000 (2003 est). Area: 139 860 sq km (54 000 sq miles)
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