Definition

Proper noun: - A popular island resort in the Netherlands Antilles: Aruba is an island located in the southern Caribbean Sea, known for its tourism industry. It is a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • We spent our vacation in Aruba.
  • Aruba is famous for its white sandy beaches and constant trade winds.

Advanced Usage

• "Off the coast of Aruba": used to describe a location in the sea near the island.
  • The ship was anchored off the coast of Aruba.
• "In Aruban waters": referring to the maritime area belonging to Aruba.
  • The vessel was fishing in Aruban waters.

Variants and Related Words

• Aruban (adjective): Of or relating to Aruba.
  • The Aruban economy relies heavily on tourism.
• Aruban (noun): A native or inhabitant of Aruba.
  • The Arubans are known for their hospitality.

Synonyms

• Island resort: A general term for an island known for vacationing.
• Caribbean island: A geographical descriptor for islands in the Caribbean Sea.

Related Phrases

• "One happy island": A well-known tourism slogan for Aruba.
  • Aruba markets itself as "One happy island".

Noun

1. a popular island resort in the Netherlands Antilles