No. 17,612 in Russian
тыла
"Тыла" is the genitive singular form of "тыл," meaning "rear" or "rear area" (as in military rear or back area).
In a sentence
Войска были вынуждены отойти в тыл.
The troops were forced to retreat to the rear.
Тыл is used here as a military term referring to the rear or behind the frontline of operations.
В тылу расположены все важные склады и станции.
All crucial depots and stations are located in the rear.
Тыл in this sentence refers to the area behind active battle lines where logistics and support are managed.
После долгих лет, он вернулся в родной тыл.
After many years, he returned to his native rear.
Тыл is metaphorically referring to the homeland or one's place of origin as a supportive base.
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