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The Clue
U.S.S.R. state: Abbr. (3 letter answer)
The Answer
RUS
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Notes
The answer RUS is uncommon, appearing about once every 550 puzzles.
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Definition
RUS as a noun:
1. the medieval Russian state established by Scandinavian traders in the 9th century; the capital was first in Novgorod and then in Kiev
RU as a noun:
1. (ruthenium, Ru, atomic number 44) = a rare polyvalent metallic element of the platinum group; it is found associated with platinum