Madeira Islands

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A group of volcanic islands in the Atlantic Ocean to the west of Morocco; the group forms an autonomous region of Portugal: The Madeira Islands are an archipelago, which is a self-governing part of Portugal.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The Madeira Islands are known for their dramatic landscapes and subtropical climate.
    • We spent our vacation hiking in the mountains of the Madeira Islands.
    • Madeira wine, a famous export, originates from the Madeira Islands.
Advanced Usage
  • "the Madeiras": An informal, shortened name for the archipelago.
    • Our cruise will stop in the Canaries and then the Madeiras.
Variants and Related Words
  • Madeira (Proper noun): Often used synonymously to refer to the archipelago, and is also the name of the main island and the autonomous region.
    • The capital of Madeira is Funchal.
  • Madeirense (Noun): A person from the Madeira Islands.
    • The Madeirense are proud of their cultural heritage.
Synonyms
  • Archipelago of Madeira: A more formal geographical term.
  • Autonomous Region of Madeira: The official political designation.
Related Phrases
  • "Islands of Madeira": A less common but descriptive phrase.
    • The beautiful islands of Madeira are a popular tourist destination.
Noun
  1. a group of volcanic islands in the Atlantic Ocean to the west of Morocco; the group forms an autonomous region of Portugal

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