Accra

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Accra (Proper noun) 1. The capital city of Ghana: Accra is the primary administrative and political center of the country. 2. The largest city in Ghana: It is the most populous urban area in Ghana. 3. A major port city: Accra features a significant deep-water port, facilitating maritime trade and commerce.

Usage Examples
  • As the capital:
    • Accra is the seat of Ghana's government.
    • The official residence of the President is located in Accra.
  • As the largest city:
    • Accra has grown rapidly in recent decades.
    • Many people move to Accra in search of work.
  • As a port city:
    • Goods are imported and exported through the port of Accra.
    • The deep-water port in Accra is vital for the national economy.
Advanced Usage
  • Metonymic Use: The name "Accra" is sometimes used to refer to the Ghanaian government or its policies, a common metonym for capital cities.
    • Decisions from Accra will affect the entire country.
Variants and Related Words
  • Accran (noun, informal): A native or inhabitant of Accra.
    • As an Accran, she knows the city's best markets.
Synonyms
  • Capital (when referring to its administrative function).
  • Metropolis (when emphasizing its size and importance).
  • Seaport (when emphasizing its maritime function).

Note: As a proper noun (the name of a specific place), "Accra" does not have direct synonyms for the place itself, only for its descriptive roles (capital, port, etc.).

Noun
  1. the capital and largest city of Ghana with a deep-water port

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