Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A country in South America: Surinam is a republic located in the northeastern part of South America, bordering the Atlantic Ocean. It was formerly known as Dutch Guiana and gained independence from the Netherlands in 1975.

Examples of Usage

• Proper noun:
  • The capital of Surinam is Paramaribo.
  • Surinam is known for its diverse ethnic composition and rainforests.
  • They traveled to Surinam to study its unique ecosystems.

Advanced Usage

• "Republic of Surinam": The official name of the country.
  • The Republic of Surinam is a member of the United Nations.

Variants and Related Words

• Surinamese (adj): Of or relating to Surinam.
  • Surinamese culture is a blend of many influences.
• Surinamese (n): A native or inhabitant of Surinam.
  • The Surinamese celebrated their Independence Day.

Synonyms

• Republic of Suriname: The alternative, more common modern spelling of the country's name.
• Dutch Guiana: The historical colonial name for the region.

Notes on Usage

• The name Surinam is an older, variant spelling. The official and more commonly used English name today is Suriname. Both refer to the same country.
  • The map showed the country labeled as Suriname, though some older texts call it Surinam.

Noun

1. a republic in northeastern South America on the Atlantic; achieved independence from the Netherlands in 1975