Puerto Rico

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Definition

Proper noun 1. A Caribbean island and territory: Puerto Rico is an island in the Caribbean Sea, the smallest and easternmost of the Greater Antilles. 2. A political entity: Puerto Rico is a self-governing commonwealth (Estado Libre Asociado) in political association with the United States.

Usage Examples
  • As a geographical location:
    • We vacationed in Puerto Rico last winter.
    • San Juan is the capital of Puerto Rico.
  • As a political entity:
    • Puerto Rico has its own constitution and local government.
    • The relationship between Puerto Rico and the United States is unique.
Advanced Usage
  • "The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico": The official formal title for the territory.
    • The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico participated in the Olympic Games under its own flag.
Variants and Related Words
  • Puerto Rican (adjective): Of or relating to Puerto Rico.
    • Puerto Rican culture is a vibrant blend of influences.
  • Puerto Rican (noun): A native or inhabitant of Puerto Rico.
    • Many Puerto Ricans are bilingual in Spanish and English.
Synonyms
  • The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico: Official formal synonym.
  • PR: Common postal abbreviation.
  • Borinquen: A traditional Taíno name for the island, used in poetic or historical contexts.
Related Phrases
  • "Estado Libre Asociado": The Spanish term for "Free Associated State," describing Puerto Rico's political status.
  • "Isla del Encanto": A Spanish phrase meaning "Island of Enchantment," a common nickname for Puerto Rico.
Noun
  1. the smallest and easternmost of the Greater Antilles in the Caribbean
  2. a self-governing commonwealth associated with the United States occupying the island of Puerto Rico

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