celebes
Definition
Proper noun * Celebes: An island in Indonesia, now more commonly known as Sulawesi. It is characterized by its mountainous terrain and distinctive shape.
Usage
- "Celebes" is the former colonial name for the island. In modern contexts, the name "Sulawesi" is predominantly used.
- It functions as a proper noun and is always capitalized.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- The term may appear in historical, anthropological, or colonial-era texts and maps.
- In biological taxonomy, some species names include "celebesensis" to indicate they are found on this island (e.g., , the Celebes crested macaque).
Variants and Related Words
- Sulawesi: The modern and official name for the island.
- Celebes Sea: The body of water located to the north of the island, a name still in common use.
Synonyms
- Sulawesi
Noun
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a mountainous island in eastern Indonesia
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