Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • The capital and largest city of Antigua and Barbuda: A city located on the island of Antigua in the Caribbean, serving as the country's administrative and commercial center.
   • A port and provincial capital of Newfoundland, Canada: A city in eastern Canada, located on the island of Newfoundland, serving as the capital of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun (Antigua and Barbuda):

  • The cruise ship docked in Saint John's, the bustling capital of Antigua and Barbuda.
  • Saint John's is known for its colorful buildings and historic Nelson's Dockyard.

• Proper noun (Newfoundland, Canada):

  • Saint John's is the easternmost city in North America.
  • The harbor in Saint John's is one of the most sheltered in the world.

Advanced Usage

• "Saint John's" as a geopolitical and cultural hub: The name is used to refer to the primary urban center and seat of government for its respective region.
  • The economic policies drafted in Saint John's affect the entire province.
  • Cultural festivals in Saint John's attract visitors from across the island.

Variants and Related Words

• St. John's: A common abbreviated written form for "Saint John's".
  • The flight is scheduled to arrive at St. John's International Airport.

Synonyms

• Capital city: A city that is the official seat of government.
• Provincial capital: The administrative center of a province.

Notes on Different Meanings

• The meaning is entirely dependent on geographical and political context. Without additional context, it is ambiguous.
  • Are you traveling to Saint John's in the Caribbean or in Canada?

Noun

1. the capital and largest city of Antigua and Barbuda; located on the island of Antigua
2. a port and provincial capital of Newfoundland