people's republic

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   A self-designation of states with Marxist–Leninist governments.
2. 2
   A particular area with strong, left-leaning tendencies, especially one with a certain level of autonomy.
3. 3
   Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see people, 's, republic.
4. 4
   Alternative letter-case form of people's republic.

Proper noun

1. 1
   Ellipsis of the People's Republic of China: a country in East Asia.