Botswana

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Definition

Proper noun: 1. A country in Southern Africa: Botswana is a sovereign, landlocked nation located in the southern part of the African continent. It is known for its stable democracy and significant mineral wealth, particularly diamonds. 2. A former British protectorate: Botswana achieved independence from British colonial rule in 1966.

Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • Botswana has one of the world's fastest-growing economies.
    • We are planning a safari trip to Botswana next year.
    • The capital of Botswana is Gaborone.
Advanced Usage
  • "The Republic of Botswana": The official long-form name of the country.
    • The Republic of Botswana is a member of the United Nations.
Variants and Related Words
  • Botswanan (adj): Of or relating to Botswana.
    • The Botswanan government announced new policies.
  • Motswana (n, singular): A citizen of Botswana.
  • Batswana (n, plural): The citizens of Botswana collectively.
Synonyms
  • Republic of Botswana: The official name.
  • (No direct synonyms for a proper noun like a country name, but it can be contextually referred to by its former colonial name) Bechuanaland: The former name of Botswana when it was a British protectorate.
Noun
  1. a landlocked republic in south-central Africa that became independent from British control in the 1960s