Madagascar

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • An island in the Indian Ocean: A very large island nation located off the southeastern coast of Africa, known for its unique biodiversity.
    • A country: The Republic of Madagascar, a sovereign state comprising the island of Madagascar and several smaller peripheral islands, which gained independence from France in 1960.
Usage Examples

  • Proper noun (Island):

    • Madagascar is home to many species found nowhere else on Earth, like lemurs.
    • The island of Madagascar separated from the African continent millions of years ago.

  • Proper noun (Country):

    • Madagascar's capital and largest city is Antananarivo.
    • She traveled to Madagascar to study its culture and languages.
Advanced Usage
  • "The Madagascar of the ancient world": A metaphorical phrase sometimes used to describe another isolated landmass with unique evolutionary history.
    • Scientists sometimes refer to the island continent of Australia as the Madagascar of the ancient world due to its unique fauna.
Variants and Related Words
  • Malagasy (adj): Relating to Madagascar, its people, or their language.
    • The Malagasy culture is a rich blend of Southeast Asian and African influences.
  • Malagasy (n): A person from Madagascar; the Austronesian language spoken by the people of Madagascar.
    • He is a Malagasy from the central highlands.
Synonyms
  • The Great Red Island: A nickname for Madagascar, often referring to the color of its soil.
  • Republic of Madagascar: The official name of the country.
Related Phrases
  • Strait of Madagascar: The body of water separating Madagascar from mainland Africa.
    • The Mozambique Channel, also called the Strait of Madagascar, is an important shipping route.
Noun
  1. an island in the Indian Ocean off the southeastern coast of Africa; the 4th largest island in the world
  2. a republic on the island of Madagascar; achieved independence from France in 1960

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