Definition

Proper noun: * The Azores: An archipelago (group of islands) in the North Atlantic Ocean, which is an autonomous region of Portugal.

Usage

• The word "Azores" is almost always used with the definite article "the".
• It functions as a singular proper noun when referring to the archipelago as a single entity (e.g., ), but can be treated as plural when referring to the individual islands (e.g., ).

Examples

• Proper noun:
  • We went on vacation to the Azores last summer.
  • The Azores are known for their stunning landscapes and whale watching.
  • The autonomous government of the Azores is based in Ponta Delgada.

Advanced Usage

• Strategic Location: Due to their mid-Atlantic position, the Azores have historically been important for navigation and communication.
  • The airbase in the Azores serves as a critical refueling stop for transatlantic flights.

Variants and Related Words

• Azorean (adjective): Relating to the Azores or its people.
  • We enjoyed the unique Azorean cuisine.
• Azorean (noun): A person from the Azores.
  • She is an Azorean who moved to mainland Portugal.

Synonyms

• Portuguese Islands (This is a descriptive synonym, not a formal name).

Noun

1. islands in the Atlantic Ocean belonging to Portugal
   • the Azores are strategically located on transatlantic air and shipping routes