adelie coast
Definition
Proper noun A coastal region of Antarctica located south of Australia, formally known as Adélie Land. It is noted for its large colonies of Adélie penguins.
Usage
The term "Adelie Coast" is used as a specific geographical name for a territory in Antarctica. * France claims the Adelie Coast as part of its Southern and Antarctic Lands. * Scientific research stations on the Adelie Coast study climate and wildlife. * The Adelie Coast is famous for its vast penguin rookeries.
Advanced Usage
- Historical Context: The coast was discovered and named in 1840 by the French explorer Jules Dumont d'Urville, who named it after his wife, Adèle.
- Scientific Significance: It is a key location for research into Antarctic ecology, glaciology, and atmospheric science due to its accessible coastline and prolific wildlife.
Variants and Related Words
- Adélie Land: The full and formal name for the region.
- Terre Adélie: The French name for the territory.
- Adélie penguin (): The species of penguin for which the coast is notably known.
Synonyms
- Adélie Land
- Terre Adélie
Related Phrases
- Claimed by France: A phrase often used in geopolitical descriptions of the territory.
- Penguin colony/rookery: Common phrases associated with descriptions of the Adelie Coast's wildlife.
Noun
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a costal region of Antarctica to the south of Australia; noted for its large colonies of penguins
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