ghana
Definition
Proper noun 1. A country in West Africa: A sovereign nation located on the Gulf of Guinea in West Africa. It is known for its history, culture, and natural resources. 2. A historical entity: Refers to the modern republic, as well as its historical identity, including its period as the British colony known as the Gold Coast.
Usage
- Ghana is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations.
- The capital of Ghana is Accra.
- She is studying the history of Ghana.
- Ghana gained independence from Britain in 1957.
Advanced Usage
- "The Ghana Empire": Refers to a powerful and wealthy medieval trading empire (c. 300–1100 CE) located in what is now southeastern Mauritania and western Mali. It is important to distinguish this historical empire from the modern nation-state.
- The Ghana Empire controlled trans-Saharan trade routes for gold and salt.
Variants and Related Words
- Ghanaian (adjective): Of or relating to the country of Ghana or its people.
- Ghanaian cuisine is delicious.
- Ghanaian (noun): A native or citizen of Ghana.
- He is a Ghanaian living abroad.
Synonyms
- Republic of Ghana: The official name of the country.
- The Gold Coast: The historical colonial name for the territory before independence.
Related Phrases
- To visit Ghana: To travel to the country.
- They plan to visit Ghana next year.
- From Ghana: Originating in Ghana.
- This fabric is from Ghana.
Noun
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a republic in West Africa on the Gulf of Guinea
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Ghana was colonized as the Gold Coast by the British
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