Republic of Djibouti

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A country in northeastern Africa on the Somali peninsula: The Republic of Djibouti is a sovereign nation located in the Horn of Africa, bordered by Eritrea, Ethiopia, Somalia, and the Gulf of Aden.
    • Formerly under French control but became independent in 1997: It was a French territory known as French Somaliland and later the French Territory of the Afars and Issas before gaining full independence.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The Republic of Djibouti is a member of the United Nations.
    • Strategic shipping lanes pass near the coast of the Republic of Djibouti.
    • The capital of the Republic of Djibouti is Djibouti City.
Advanced Usage
  • In geopolitical context: Often discussed regarding its strategic military and commercial port significance.
    • Several nations maintain military bases in the Republic of Djibouti due to its location.
  • In historical context: Referring to its colonial past and path to sovereignty.
    • The Republic of Djibouti transitioned from a French colony to an independent state.
Variants and Related Words
  • Djibouti (Proper noun): The common short form name for the country.
    • Djibouti's economy relies heavily on its port services.
  • Djiboutian (Adjective): Relating to the Republic of Djibouti.
    • The Djiboutian landscape is mostly arid.
Synonyms
  • Djibouti: The most common synonym, used interchangeably in most contexts.
  • Nation of Djibouti: A less common formal variant.
Notes on Usage
  • The full official name "Republic of Djibouti" is typically used in formal diplomatic, legal, and official documents.
  • In everyday language and most general writing, the shortened form "Djibouti" is standard.
  • It is a singular proper noun and is always capitalized.
Noun
  1. a country in northeastern Africa on the Somali peninsula; formerly under French control but became independent in 1997

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