Faroe Islands

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Definition

Proper noun 1. A North Atlantic archipelago: A group of 21 volcanic islands located in the North Atlantic Ocean, situated between Iceland and the Shetland Islands. 2. A self-governing territory: A possession of the Kingdom of Denmark that has extensive autonomous powers and self-government.

Usage Examples
  • As a geographical location:
    • The weather in the Faroe Islands is often windy and cloudy.
    • We took a ferry to visit several of the Faroe Islands.
  • As a political entity:
    • The Faroe Islands have their own parliament and flag.
    • Fisheries are the main economic sector of the Faroe Islands.
Advanced Usage
  • "The Faroes": A common, shortened name for the Faroe Islands.
    • She spent a summer hiking in the Faroes.
  • Used to denote origin or affiliation.
    • He is a Faroe Islands national.
    • The Faroe Islands national football team competes independently.
Variants and Related Words
  • Faroese (adjective): Of or relating to the Faroe Islands, their people, or their language.
    • Faroese culture is distinct.
  • Faroese (noun): The North Germanic language spoken in the Faroe Islands; also, a person from the Faroe Islands.
    • She is learning Faroese.
    • The Faroese have a strong maritime tradition.
Synonyms
  • The Faroes: The common abbreviated name.
  • Faeroe Islands: An alternate spelling.
Related Phrases
  • Home Rule of the Faroe Islands: Refers to the self-governing arrangement established in 1948.
    • The Home Rule Act defines the relationship between Denmark and the Faroe Islands.
Noun
  1. a group of 21 volcanic islands in the North Atlantic between Iceland and the Shetland Islands
  2. a self-governing colony that is a possession of Denmark in the Faroe Islands

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