Katar
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- A peninsula extending northward from the Arabian mainland into the Persian Gulf: "Katar" refers to a geographical landform, a peninsula.
- An Arab country on the peninsula of Qatar; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1971; the economy is dominated by oil: "Katar" is an alternate, less common spelling for the sovereign state of Qatar.
Usage Notes
- The spelling "Katar" is an older or variant transliteration from Arabic. In modern English, the standard and most widely recognized spelling is Qatar.
- When referring to the country, it is a proper noun and is always capitalized.
Examples
- Proper noun (Geographical feature):
- The katar is known for its arid desert climate. (The peninsula is known for its arid desert climate.)
- Proper noun (Country):
- The capital of Katar is Doha. (The capital of Qatar is Doha.)
- Katar has invested heavily in infrastructure. (Qatar has invested heavily in infrastructure.)
Advanced Usage
- Historical/Alternate Spelling: The form "Katar" may be encountered in historical texts or certain regional transliteration systems.
- In some 19th-century documents, the region was referred to as Katar.
Variants and Related Words
- Qatar (Proper noun): The contemporary and standard English spelling for the country and peninsula.
- Qatari (Adjective): Relating to Qatar or its people.
- Qatari culture is rich and diverse.
- Qatari (Noun): A person from Qatar.
- He is a Qatari working abroad.
Synonyms
- State of Qatar: Official name.
- Qatar Peninsula: For the geographical feature.
Important Note
- There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs associated with the proper noun "Katar." Its usage is primarily geographical and political.
Noun
- a peninsula extending northward from the Arabian mainland into the Persian Gulf
- an Arab country on the peninsula of Qatar; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1971; the economy is dominated by oil