Definition

Proper noun: A country located in both Southeastern Europe and Western Asia, with territory on the Anatolian Peninsula in Asia Minor and in the Balkan region of Europe. It was established as a republic in 1923 following the dissolution of the Ottoman Empire.

Usage

The term "Republic of Turkey" is the official name of the country commonly known as Turkey. It is used in formal, diplomatic, and official contexts to refer to the nation-state. - The Republic of Turkey is a member of NATO. - Ankara is the capital of the Republic of Turkey. - The treaty was signed by a representative of the Republic of Turkey.

Advanced Usage

• "The Republic of Turkey was proclaimed...": Used in historical context to describe its founding.
  • The Republic of Turkey was proclaimed on October 29, 1923.

Variants and Related Words

• Turkey: The common short form and name for the country.
  • We are traveling to Turkey next summer.
• Turkish (adj): Relating to the Republic of Turkey, its people, or its language.
  • She studies Turkish history.

Synonyms

• Turkey: The standard synonym in non-official contexts.

Related Phrases

• Government of the Republic of Turkey: The official governing body.
  • The decision was announced by the Government of the Republic of Turkey.
• Constitution of the Republic of Turkey: The supreme law of the country.
  • The Constitution of the Republic of Turkey guarantees certain rights.

Noun

1. a Eurasian republic in Asia Minor and the Balkans; on the collapse of the Ottoman Empire in 1918, the Young Turks, led by Kemal Ataturk, established a republic in 1923