Greenland

/'gri:nlənd/
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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A large island: "Greenland" is the world's largest island, located between the North Atlantic and Arctic Oceans. It is an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • Greenland is known for its vast ice sheet.
    • The climate in Greenland is predominantly arctic.
    • Nuuk is the capital of Greenland.
Advanced Usage
  • "The Greenland ice sheet": Refers to the massive body of ice covering most of the island.

    • Scientists are studying the melting of the Greenland ice sheet.
  • "Greenlandic": Pertaining to Greenland, especially its culture or the Inuit language spoken there (Kalaallisut).

    • She is learning the Greenlandic language.
Variants and Related Words
  • Greenlander (noun): A native or inhabitant of Greenland.
    • The Greenlander shared stories about life in the north.
Synonyms
  • Kalaallit Nunaat: The Greenlandic name for Greenland, meaning "Land of the Kalaallit (Greenlanders)."
Related Phrases
  • "In Greenland": Used to specify a location or event occurring on the island.
    • They conducted research in Greenland for three years.
Noun
  1. the largest island in the world; lies between the North Atlantic and the Arctic Ocean; a self-governing province of Denmark