1. States or regions within a country that possess self-governing powers and a degree of political independence, while remaining part of the larger nation-state
The autonomous states within the Russian Federation have their own constitutions and governments.
Os estados autônomos da Federação Russa possuem suas próprias constituições e governos.
2. Territorial divisions with self-rule authority, particularly used in reference to Spain's autonomous communities
Catalonia and the Basque Country are among Spain's most notable autonomous states.
A Catalunha e o País Basco são entre os estados autônomos mais notáveis da Espanha.