Sao Tome e Principe
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Definition
Proper noun * São Tomé and Príncipe: An island nation in the South Atlantic Ocean, located off the western coast of Central Africa. It consists of two main islands, São Tomé and Príncipe, and several smaller islets. It gained independence from Portugal in 1975.
Usage
- São Tomé and Príncipe is used as the official name of the country.
- The capital of São Tomé and Príncipe is São Tomé.
- Cocoa production is a key part of the economy in São Tomé and Príncipe.
Advanced Usage
- The country is often referred to in contexts discussing small island developing states, Lusophone (Portuguese-speaking) Africa, or equatorial Atlantic geography.
- The biodiversity of São Tomé and Príncipe is of significant scientific interest.
Variants and Related Words
- São Toméan (adjective): Of or relating to São Tomé and Príncipe.
- The São Toméan government announced new policies.
- São Toméan (noun): A native or inhabitant of São Tomé and Príncipe.
- The São Toméans celebrated their Independence Day.
Synonyms
- Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe: The country's official long-form name.
Noun
- island nation in the South Atlantic off the west coast of Africa; achieved independence from Portugal in 1975; has enormous offshore oil reserves