greenland
/'gri:nlənd/
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A large island: "Greenland" is the world's largest island, located between the North Atlantic and Arctic Oceans. It is an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Greenland is known for its vast ice sheet.
- The climate in Greenland is predominantly arctic.
- Nuuk is the capital of Greenland.
Advanced Usage
"The Greenland ice sheet": Refers to the massive body of ice covering most of the island.
- Scientists are studying the melting of the Greenland ice sheet.
"Greenlandic": Pertaining to Greenland, especially its culture or the Inuit language spoken there (Kalaallisut).
- She is learning the Greenlandic language.
Variants and Related Words
- Greenlander (noun): A native or inhabitant of Greenland.
- The Greenlander shared stories about life in the north.
Synonyms
- Kalaallit Nunaat: The Greenlandic name for Greenland, meaning "Land of the Kalaallit (Greenlanders)."
Related Phrases
- "In Greenland": Used to specify a location or event occurring on the island.
- They conducted research in Greenland for three years.
Noun
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the largest island in the world; lies between the North Atlantic and the Arctic Ocean; a self-governing province of Denmark
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