guine-bissau

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Definition

Proper noun A country on the northwestern coast of Africa. It gained independence from Portugal in 1974.

Usage

This word is used as the name of a specific country. It functions as a proper noun and is typically capitalized.

Examples
  • The official language of Guinea-Bissau is Portuguese.
  • She studied the history of Guinea-Bissau's independence movement.
  • A new ambassador was appointed to Guinea-Bissau.
Advanced Usage
  • The term can be used attributively to describe things originating from or related to the country.
    • The Guinea-Bissau delegation arrived for the summit.
    • He collects Guinea-Bissau postage stamps.
Variants and Related Words
  • Bissau-Guinean (adjective): Of or relating to Guinea-Bissau or its people.
    • The Bissau-Guinean culture is diverse.
  • Bissau (proper noun): The capital city of Guinea-Bissau.
Synonyms
  • Republic of Guinea-Bissau (official name)
Related Phrases
  • Guinea-Bissau Creole: A Portuguese-based creole language widely spoken in the country.
  • Guinea-Bissau war of independence: The conflict (1963-1974) that led to the country's independence from Portugal.
Noun
  1. a republic on the northwestern coast of Africa; recognized as independent by Portugal in 1974