Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A former country bordering on the Adriatic Sea; now part of the Union of Serbia and Montenegro: "Crna Gora" is the local name for the country internationally known as Montenegro. It refers to the same geographical and political entity.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • We traveled through the beautiful mountains of Crna Gora. (We traveled through the beautiful mountains of Montenegro.)
  • The history of Crna Gora is rich and complex. (The history of Montenegro is rich and complex.)

Advanced Usage

• Historical/Formal Context: "Crna Gora" is often used in historical, diplomatic, or linguistic contexts to refer to the nation using its native name.
  • The treaty was signed by representatives of Crna Gora. (The treaty was signed by representatives of Montenegro.)

Variants and Related Words

• Montenegro (Proper noun): The internationally recognized English name for "Crna Gora".
  • Podgorica is the capital of Montenegro. (Podgorica is the capital of Montenegro.)

Synonyms

• Montenegro: The direct English equivalent and synonym for "Crna Gora".

Noun

1. a former country bordering on the Adriatic Sea; now part of the Union of Serbia and Montenegro