hashemite kingdom of jordan
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Definition
Proper noun: * Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan: The official name for the country of Jordan, an Arab kingdom located in Southwest Asia, bordering the Red Sea to the southwest.
Usage
- The term "Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan" is the formal, official name of the country, used in diplomatic, legal, and official state contexts.
- In everyday usage, the country is commonly referred to simply as "Jordan."
Examples
Advanced Usage
- The "Hashemite" component refers to the ruling dynasty, the Hashemites, who trace their lineage back to the Prophet Muhammad.
- This official name distinguishes the modern state from historical regions also called Jordan.
Variants and Related Words
- Jordan (n): The common short form and the name used in most general contexts (e.g., "I am traveling to Jordan.").
- Hashemite (adj): Pertaining to the Hashemite royal family (e.g., the Hashemite monarchy).
Synonyms
- Jordan
- Kingdom of Jordan
Related Phrases
- The Hashemite Kingdom: A shortened, still formal variant sometimes used in news and diplomatic language.
Noun
- an Arab kingdom in southwestern Asia on the Red Sea