Definition

Proper noun: * Kingston: The capital and largest city of Jamaica, a major port city on the southeastern coast of the island.

Usage

"Jamaican capital" is a compound noun phrase used specifically to refer to the city of Kingston in the context of its role as the national capital. It is often used in geographical, political, and travel-related contexts.

Examples

• The Jamaican capital, Kingston, is a vibrant cultural hub.
• Tourism is a significant industry for the Jamaican capital.
• The conference of Caribbean leaders was held in the Jamaican capital.

Advanced Usage

• The phrase can be used metonymically to represent the Jamaican government or its administrative functions.
  • Decisions from the Jamaican capital will affect the entire island.

Variants and Related Words

• Kingston: The official and more common name for the city.
• Capital of Jamaica: A synonymous descriptive phrase.

Synonyms

• Kingston
• Capital of Jamaica

Notes

"Jamaican capital" is a fixed compound noun. It is not typically used in idioms or as part of phrasal verbs.

Noun

1. capital and largest city of Jamaica