Definition

Proper noun * The capital and largest city of Madagascar: This is the primary city and administrative center of the country of Madagascar. It is the most populous urban area in the nation.

Usage

This term functions exclusively as a proper noun, referring to a specific geographic location. It is typically used in formal, academic, or geographic contexts to identify the city.

Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Antananarivo is the capital of Madagascar.
  • The conference of island nations will be held in the capital of Madagascar.
  • Flights to the capital of Madagascar arrive at Ivato International Airport.

Advanced Usage

• The term is often used in geopolitical or economic discussions, such as "The economic policies drafted in the capital of Madagascar affect the entire country."
• In historical contexts, one might say, "The capital of Madagascar has been known by different names throughout its history."

Variants and Related Words

• Antananarivo: This is the actual name of the city. "Capital of Madagascar" is a descriptive identifier, while "Antananarivo" is the proper name.
  • Example: We spent a week exploring Antananarivo.

Synonyms

• Antananarivo: The official name of the city.
• Tana: A common informal abbreviation for Antananarivo.

Different Meanings

This phrase has only one meaning: it refers specifically to the city of Antananarivo as the primary city of Madagascar. It is not used idiomatically or with other definitions.

Noun

1. the capital and largest city of Madagascar