dominica
Definition
Proper noun 1. A country: A sovereign island nation located in the Caribbean Sea, on the island of Dominica. It is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations. 2. An island: A volcanic island in the Lesser Antilles archipelago of the Caribbean Sea, specifically within the Windward Islands group. It is geographically notable for its mountainous, rainforest-covered terrain.
Usage Examples
- As a country:
- Dominica is known as the "Nature Isle of the Caribbean."
- The official language of Dominica is English.
- As an island:
- The island of Dominica lies between Guadeloupe and Martinique.
- We went hiking in the lush interior of Dominica.
Advanced Usage
- "The Commonwealth of Dominica": The official name of the country, used in formal and legal contexts to distinguish it from the Dominican Republic.
- The Commonwealth of Dominica gained independence in 1978.
Variants and Related Words
- Dominican (adjective): Relating to the country or island of Dominica.
- Dominican culture is a rich blend of African, Carib, and European influences.
- Dominican (noun): A citizen or native of Dominica.
- She is a Dominican who now lives abroad.
Synonyms
- For the country: Commonwealth of Dominica.
- For the island: (No direct synonym, but can be described geographically as) a Windward Island.
Notes on Different Meanings
It is crucial to distinguish Dominica from the Dominican Republic, which is a separate Spanish-speaking country sharing the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. The context usually makes the distinction clear, but using the full official name "Commonwealth of Dominica" avoids ambiguity.
Noun
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a volcanic island in the Windward Islands that was once a stronghold of the Carib Indians
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a country on the island of Dominica
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