Norway

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Definition

Proper noun A country in Northern Europe, located on the western part of the Scandinavian Peninsula. It is a constitutional monarchy that gained full independence from Sweden in 1905.

Usage

"Norway" is used as the name of the country. It functions as a singular proper noun. * We are planning a trip to Norway next summer to see the fjords. * The capital of Norway is Oslo. * She comes from Norway.

Advanced Usage
  • The Kingdom of Norway: The official name of the country.
    • He is an ambassador to the Kingdom of Norway.
  • Used attributively to describe something originating from or related to Norway.
    • Norwegian fjords are famous worldwide. (Note: The demonym "Norwegian" is typically used for this purpose, but "Norway" can be part of compound terms).
    • The Norway spruce is a common tree in North America.
Variants and Related Words
  • Norwegian (adjective): Of or relating to Norway.
    • We studied Norwegian history.
  • Norwegian (noun): A person from Norway; the language spoken in Norway.
    • She is a Norwegian.
    • He is learning to speak Norwegian.
Synonyms
  • The Kingdom of Norway
  • Norge (the native name in Bokmål Norwegian)
  • Noreg (the native name in Nynorsk Norwegian)
Related Phrases and Terms
  • Norway rat: Another name for the common brown rat ().
    • The Norway rat is a widespread rodent.
  • Norway lobster: A type of edible lobster, also known as langoustine or Dublin Bay prawn.
    • The Norway lobster is a delicacy.
Noun
  1. a constitutional monarchy in northern Europe on the western side of the Scandinavian Peninsula; achieved independence from Sweden in 1905

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