capital of Oman
Definition
Proper noun: * Muscat: The official name for the capital city of the Sultanate of Oman. It is a major port city located on the coast of the Gulf of Oman.
Usage
- As a proper noun (geographical name): This term is used specifically to refer to the city that serves as the national capital.
- The delegation flew into the capital of Oman for the summit.
- Muscat, the capital of Oman, is known for its historic forts and modern architecture.
Advanced Usage
- This term functions as a definitive noun phrase. It is typically used in formal, encyclopedic, or descriptive contexts to identify the city. In everyday conversation, the city's name, "Muscat," is more commonly used.
Variants and Related Words
- Muscat: The actual name of the city. "Capital of Oman" is its descriptive designation.
- Omani capital: A synonymous descriptive phrase.
- Port Sultan Qaboos: A major port area within Muscat.
Synonyms
- Muscat
- Omani capital
Notes
- "Capital of Oman" is not an idiom or a phrasal verb. It is a standard noun phrase denoting a specific geographical and political entity.
Noun
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a port on the Gulf of Oman and capital of the sultanate of Oman
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