Latvia

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Definition

Proper noun A country in Northern Europe, officially the Republic of Latvia. It is one of the three Baltic states, situated on the eastern shore of the Baltic Sea. Its capital and largest city is Riga.

Usage

Latvia is used as the name of the country. It functions as a singular proper noun. - Latvia is a member of the European Union and NATO. - The history of Latvia is complex, involving periods of independence and foreign rule. - She traveled from Latvia to Lithuania by bus.

Advanced Usage
  • "of Latvia": Used to denote origin, possession, or characteristics related to the country.
    • The forests of Latvia cover a significant portion of the land.
    • The ambassador of Latvia gave a speech.
Variants and Related Words
  • Latvian (adjective): Of or relating to Latvia, its people, or its language.
    • The Latvian language belongs to the Baltic branch of the Indo-European family.
  • Latvian (noun): A person from Latvia; the official language of Latvia.
    • He is a Latvian.
    • She is learning Latvian.
Synonyms
  • Republic of Latvia: The official name of the country.
Noun
  1. a republic in northeastern Europe on the eastern coast of the Baltic Sea