Republic of Iraq
Proper noun: A sovereign nation located in Western Asia within the Middle East. Its territory encompasses much of the land historically known as Mesopotamia, the site of one of the world's earliest civilizations.
The term "Republic of Iraq" is the official name of the country. It is used in formal, diplomatic, and official contexts. * The ambassador presented his credentials to the Republic of Iraq. * A new trade agreement was signed between the Republic of Iraq and its neighbor.
- The Republic of Iraq has a rich cultural heritage dating back millennia.
- The capital of the Republic of Iraq is Baghdad.
- Scholars study the laws of ancient Mesopotamia, which was located in what is now the Republic of Iraq.
- In geopolitical and legal documents, the full official name "Republic of Iraq" is often used to specify the state as a political entity under international law, as opposed to the geographic or cultural region.
- Iraq (Proper noun): The common short form name for the Republic of Iraq, used in everyday language and most general contexts.
- She traveled to Iraq last year.
- Iraqi (Adjective): Of or relating to Iraq or its people.
- Iraqi cuisine is diverse and flavorful.
- Iraqi (Noun): A native or inhabitant of Iraq.
- He is an Iraqi living abroad.
- Iraq: The primary synonym and the name by which the country is most commonly known.
The term "Republic of Iraq" refers specifically to the modern nation-state established in the 20th century. The "ancient civilization of Mesopotamia" referenced in the historical context was not a republic but a series of empires and city-states (such as Sumer, Akkad, Babylon, and Assyria) that existed in the same geographic area.
- a republic in the Middle East in western Asia; the ancient civilization of Mesopotamia was in the area now known as Iraq