Macau

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Definition

Proper noun A special administrative region of the People's Republic of China, located on the south coast of the country. It comprises the Macau Peninsula and the islands of Taipa and Coloane. It was a Portuguese overseas territory and province until its sovereignty was transferred back to China in 1999.

Usage

"Macau" is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to the geographic and political entity. It functions as the subject or object in a sentence. * Macau is known for its blend of Portuguese and Chinese cultures. * They traveled to Macau for a holiday. * The economy of Macau has grown significantly.

Advanced Usage
  • "The Macau Special Administrative Region (MSAR)": The official full name of the territory since its handover to China, emphasizing its unique "one country, two systems" administrative status.
    • The Macau Special Administrative Region enjoys a high degree of autonomy.
Variants and Related Words
  • Macanese (adj): Relating to Macau or its distinctive mixed-race community of Portuguese and Asian descent.
    • Macanese cuisine is a unique fusion.
  • Aomen (n): The Mandarin Chinese name for Macau.
Synonyms
  • MSAR: Acronym for Macau Special Administrative Region. (Formal/administrative synonym)
  • Gaming capital of the world: A common epithet referring to Macau's dominant casino industry. (Descriptive, not a direct synonym)
Related Phrases
  • To revert to Chinese sovereignty: The formal phrase describing the 1999 handover from Portugal to China.
    • Macau reverted to Chinese sovereignty on December 20, 1999.
Noun
  1. a former Portuguese province on the south coast of China and two islands in the South China Sea; reverted to China in 1999

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