Djibouti
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A country in northeastern Africa on the Somali peninsula: A sovereign nation located in the Horn of Africa, bordered by Eritrea, Ethiopia, and Somalia. It was formerly a French territory known as French Somaliland and later the French Territory of the Afars and Issas before gaining full independence.
- The capital and largest city of the country of Djibouti: A port city situated on the Gulf of Aden, serving as the nation's economic and administrative center.
Usage Examples
Proper noun (Country):
- Djibouti is strategically located near the Bab el-Mandeb strait.
- The economy of Djibouti relies heavily on its port services.
Proper noun (City):
- The ship docked in the port of Djibouti.
- Flights arrive at Ambouli International Airport in Djibouti.
Advanced Usage
- "Republic of Djibouti": The official long-form name of the country.
- The Republic of Djibouti is a member of the United Nations.
Variants and Related Words
- Djiboutian (adjective): Of or relating to the country or city of Djibouti.
- The Djiboutian landscape is mostly arid.
- Djiboutian (noun): A native or inhabitant of Djibouti.
- The Djiboutians welcomed the delegates.
Synonyms
- Jibuti: An alternate, less common spelling for the country and city.
- (For the city) Capital, port city.
Related Phrases
- Gulf of Aden: The body of water where the city of Djibouti is located.
- Horn of Africa: The peninsula where the country of Djibouti is situated.
Noun
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a country in northeastern Africa on the Somali peninsula; formerly under French control but became independent in 1997
-
port city on the Gulf of Aden; the capital and largest city of Djibouti
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