Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • The capital city, largest city, and primary economic center of the country of Peru. It is situated in the western part of the country. Historically, it served as the capital of the Spanish empire in the Americas until the 19th century.

Usage

• This term functions as a proper noun, specifically referring to the name of a city. It is typically used in geographical, historical, and economic contexts.

Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The capital of Peru is a major cultural hub in South America.
  • We flew into the capital of Peru before traveling to Cusco.
  • The historical center of the capital of Peru is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used metonymically to refer to the Peruvian government or its administrative functions.
  • The decision from the capital of Peru will affect the entire region.

Variants and Related Words

• Lima: This is the actual name of the city. "Capital of Peru" is a descriptive phrase for Lima.
  • Lima was founded in 1535.

Synonyms

• Lima: The direct and most common synonym.

Noun

1. capital and largest city and economic center of Peru; located in western Peru; was capital of the Spanish empire in the New World until the 19th century