Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A country in the Caribbean: The Dominican Republic is a sovereign nation situated in the West Indies. It occupies the eastern two-thirds of the island of Hispaniola, which it shares with Haiti.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The Dominican Republic is known for its beautiful beaches and resorts.
  • Santo Domingo is the capital city of the Dominican Republic.
  • Baseball is the most popular sport in the Dominican Republic.

Advanced Usage

• "In the Dominican Republic": Used to specify location or action within the country.
  • She studied marine biology while living in the Dominican Republic.
• "Of the Dominican Republic": Used to denote origin, possession, or characteristics.
  • The music of the Dominican Republic, like merengue, is vibrant and rhythmic.

Variants and Related Words

• Dominican (adj): Of or relating to the Dominican Republic or its people.
  • Dominican culture is a rich blend of Taino, Spanish, and African influences.
• Dominican (n): A native or inhabitant of the Dominican Republic.
  • Many Dominicans have achieved great success in professional baseball.

Synonyms

• The DR: A common informal abbreviation.
  • We're planning a vacation to the DR next winter.
• Hispaniola (eastern part): A geographical reference to its location on the island.

Related Phrases

• "Dominican Republic peso": The official currency of the country.
  • Prices are listed in Dominican Republic pesos.
• "Embassy of the Dominican Republic": A diplomatic mission representing the country abroad.
  • He applied for a visa at the Embassy of the Dominican Republic.

Noun

1. a republic in the West Indies; located on the eastern two-thirds of the island of Hispaniola