Definition

Proper noun: * Colombo: The capital and largest city of Sri Lanka. It is a major port city located on the western coast of the island and possesses one of the largest harbors in the world.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Our flight landed in Colombo late in the evening.
  • Colombo is a bustling commercial and cultural hub.
  • The historic district of Colombo features architecture from its colonial past.

Advanced Usage

• "Greater Colombo": Refers to the Colombo Metropolitan Region, which includes the city and its densely populated suburbs.
  • The economic activity of Greater Colombo drives a significant portion of the national GDP.

Variants and Related Words

• Colombian (adj/n): This is a distinct term referring to a person from or something related to the country of Colombia. It is not a variant of Colombo and should not be confused.
  • The Colombian coffee was excellent. (This refers to Colombia, the country in South America)

Synonyms

• Capital of Sri Lanka: Official designation.
• Commercial capital: Highlights its primary economic role.

Notes on Different Meanings

This entry defines Colombo strictly as the capital city of Sri Lanka. It is not to be confused with: * Colombo (surname): A family name of Italian origin. * Colombo (fictional character): The detective from the television series Columbo (note the different spelling). * Colombia: The country in South America.

Noun

1. the capital and largest city of Sri Lanka; has one of the largest harbors in the world; is located on the western coast of the island of Ceylon