Definition

Proper noun: * The capital and largest city of Uruguay: This term refers specifically to the primary city and administrative center of the country of Uruguay. It is also noted for being a cosmopolitan urban area and a major port.

Usage Notes

"Capital of Uruguay" functions as a proper noun, the official name of a specific place. It is always capitalized. This term is used in geographical, political, and cultural contexts to identify the seat of Uruguay's government and its principal metropolitan area.

Examples

• The capital of Uruguay is located on the Río de la Plata.
• We flew into the capital of Uruguay to begin our tour of the country.
• As the capital of Uruguay, it is the center of the nation's political and economic life.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used in formal titles or headings, such as in academic papers or news reports: "Economic Growth in the Capital of Uruguay."
• It is commonly used in comparative contexts: "Unlike the bustling capital of Uruguay, the interior regions are more rural."

Variants and Related Words

• Montevideo: This is the actual name of the city. "Capital of Uruguay" is a descriptive designation, while "Montevideo" is the proper name.
  • Example: Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay, was founded in 1726.

Synonyms

• Montevideo: The direct and most common synonym.

Different Meanings

This term has only one specific meaning: it refers exclusively to the city of Montevideo as the primary city of Uruguay. It does not have other definitions.

Noun

1. the capital and largest city of Uruguay; a cosmopolitan city and one of the busiest ports in South America