Definition

Proper noun: 1. A country consisting of an archipelago of islands: "Seychelles" refers to a sovereign island nation comprising approximately 115 islands located in the western Indian Ocean, northeast of Madagascar. 2. The archipelago itself: "Seychelles" also refers to the specific geographical group of islands that form this nation.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun (Country):
  • Seychelles is renowned for its pristine beaches and coral reefs.
  • Tourism is a major pillar of the economy in Seychelles.
• Proper noun (Archipelago):
  • The Seychelles are a biodiversity hotspot with many unique species.
  • The granitic islands of the Seychelles are the world's only oceanic islands of continental rock.

Advanced Usage

• "The Republic of Seychelles": The official name of the country.
  • The Republic of Seychelles is a member of the African Union.
• "Seychellois": Used as an adjective to describe something from Seychelles or as a noun for a person from Seychelles.
  • Seychellois culture is a vibrant blend of African, European, and Asian influences.
  • The Seychellois are known for their hospitality.

Variants and Related Words

• Seychellois (adj/n): Of or relating to Seychelles; a citizen or native of Seychelles.
• Seychellean (adj): A less common alternative adjective meaning of or relating to the Seychelles.

Synonyms

• The Republic of Seychelles: The full official name.
• The Seychelles archipelago: A term emphasizing the geographical island group.

Related Phrases

• "Inner Islands" / "Outer Islands": Common geographical divisions within the Seychelles archipelago, referring to the central granitic islands and the peripheral coralline islands, respectively.
  • Mahé, Praslin, and La Digue are the main islands of the Inner Islands of Seychelles.

Noun

1. a group of about 90 islands in the western Indian Ocean to the north of Madagascar
2. a republic on the Seychelles islands; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1976