ibadan
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Definition
Proper noun: * A major city in southwestern Nigeria. It is one of the largest cities in Nigeria by population and a significant cultural, economic, and educational center for the Yoruba people. The city is noted for its university.
Usage
- Proper noun: "Ibadan" is used as the name of the specific city. It is always capitalized.
- She traveled from Lagos to Ibadan for the conference.
- The University of Ibadan is one of Nigeria's premier institutions.
Advanced Usage
- Demonym: A person from Ibadan is called an Ibadanite.
- The Ibadanite explained the history of the ancient city walls.
Variants and Related Words
- Ibadanite (noun): A native or inhabitant of Ibadan.
Synonyms
- Metropolis (in the context of a large, important city).
- Urban center.
Different Meanings
- As a proper noun, "Ibadan" refers exclusively to this specific city and does not have other general meanings.
Noun
- a large Yoruba city in southwestern Nigeria; site of a university