India
/'indjən/
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- A country in South Asia: India is a republic located in the southern part of the Asian continent. It is the second most populous country in the world and gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1947.
Examples of Usage
- Proper noun:
- I have always wanted to visit India.
- India is known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse languages.
- The capital of India is New Delhi.
Advanced Usage
"The Republic of India": The official name of the country.
- The Republic of India is a founding member of the Non-Aligned Movement.
"In India": Used to indicate location or occurrence within the country.
- Tea is grown extensively in India.
Variants and Related Words
- Indian (adj): Of or relating to the country of India or its people.
- She enjoys Indian cuisine.
- Indian (n): A native or citizen of India.
- He is an Indian working abroad.
Synonyms
- Bharat: The name for India in several Indian languages, often used in an official or poetic context.
- Hindustan: A historical and sometimes poetic name for the northern part of the Indian subcontinent.
Related Phrases
- "Incredible India": A tourism slogan used by the Indian government to promote the country.
- The "Incredible India" campaign highlights the country's tourist attractions.
- "Made in India": A label indicating a product was manufactured in India.
- This software has a "Made in India" tag.
Related Idioms
- "The jewel in the crown": Historically, this phrase referred to India's value to the British Empire. It can be used metaphorically for something of great value.
- For the British Empire, India was considered the jewel in the crown.
Noun
- a republic in the Asian subcontinent in southern Asia; second most populous country in the world; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1947