equatorial guinea
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A country in west central Africa: Equatorial Guinea is a sovereign nation located on the west coast of central Africa. Its territory includes a mainland region, Río Muni, and several islands in the Gulf of Guinea, most notably Bioko and Annobón.
- A former Spanish colony: The country gained its independence from Spain in the year 1968.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The capital of Equatorial Guinea is Malabo, located on Bioko Island.
- Equatorial Guinea is one of the largest oil producers in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Spanish is an official language in Equatorial Guinea.
Advanced Usage
- "The Republic of Equatorial Guinea": The full official name of the country.
- The Republic of Equatorial Guinea is a member of the African Union.
Variants and Related Words
- Equatoguinean (adj): Of or relating to Equatorial Guinea.
- The Equatoguinean government announced new policies.
- Equatoguinean (n): A native or inhabitant of Equatorial Guinea.
- The Equatoguineans celebrated their Independence Day.
Synonyms
- Republic of Equatorial Guinea: The official name.
- Spanish Guinea: The historical name for the territory before independence.
Related Phrases
- Gulf of Guinea: The body of water where the islands of Equatorial Guinea are located.
- The Gulf of Guinea is an important region for maritime trade.
Noun
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a country of west central Africa (including islands in the Gulf of Guinea); became independent from Spain in 1968
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