Marshall Islands
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Definition
Proper noun 1. A group of coral islands in eastern Micronesia: A geographical archipelago of many small islands and atolls located in the central Pacific Ocean. 2. A republic (under United States protection) on the Marshall Islands: The sovereign island nation, officially the Republic of the Marshall Islands, which encompasses this archipelago. It has a special political relationship (a Compact of Free Association) with the United States.
Usage Examples
Proper noun (Geographical):
- The Marshall Islands are known for their beautiful lagoons and marine life.
- Many atolls in the Marshall Islands are very low-lying.
Proper noun (Political):
- The Marshall Islands became an independent republic in 1986.
- The government of the Marshall Islands is addressing the challenges of climate change.
Advanced Usage
- "The Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI)": The official full name of the country, often used in formal and diplomatic contexts.
- The Republic of the Marshall Islands is a member of the United Nations.
Variants and Related Words
- Marshallese (adj): Of or relating to the Marshall Islands or its people.
- She studies Marshallese culture and language.
- Marshallese (n): A native or inhabitant of the Marshall Islands; the Austronesian language spoken there.
- The Marshallese have a rich seafaring tradition.
Synonyms
- RMI (acronym): A common abbreviation for the Republic of the Marshall Islands.
- The Marshalls (informal): A shortened, informal name for the islands or the nation.
Related Phrases
- Compact of Free Association: The governing legal and political relationship between the Marshall Islands and the United States.
- The Compact of Free Association defines defense and economic ties.
- Bikini Atoll: A famous atoll within the Marshall Islands, known for historical nuclear testing.
- Bikini Atoll in the Marshall Islands was a nuclear test site.
Noun
- a group of coral islands in eastern Micronesia
- a republic (under United States protection) on the Marshall Islands