germany
Definition
Proper noun 1. A country in Central Europe: A sovereign nation located in the heart of Europe, officially known as the Federal Republic of Germany. It is a major economic and political power within the European Union. 2. A historical region: Refers to the area in Central Europe inhabited primarily by German-speaking peoples, with a complex history involving various states, empires, and divisions.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Germany is known for its engineering and automotive industry.
- She studied abroad in Germany for a semester.
- The capital of Germany is Berlin.
Advanced Usage
- "Pre-unification Germany": Refers to the historical period or geographical area before the country was unified as a modern nation-state in 1871.
- The political structure of pre-unification Germany was complex.
- "Post-war Germany": Refers to the period and condition of Germany following World War II, often highlighting the division and subsequent recovery.
- The economic miracle transformed post-war Germany.
Variants and Related Words
- German (adj): Of or relating to Germany, its people, or their language.
- He is a German citizen.
- German (n): A person from Germany or the German language.
- She is a German. He speaks German.
- Germanic (adj): Relating to the Germanic peoples, languages, or cultures (a broader group that includes but is not limited to Germany).
- English is a Germanic language.
Synonyms
- Federal Republic of Germany: The official name of the country.
- Deutschland: The native name for Germany in the German language.
Related Phrases
- Made in Germany: A phrase denoting products manufactured in Germany, often associated with quality.
- This tool is reliable; it's made in Germany.
Noun
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a republic in central Europe; split into East Germany and West Germany after World War II and reunited in 1990
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