liaodong peninsula
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Definition
Proper noun A large peninsula in northeastern China, extending southward into the northern part of the Yellow Sea. It is bordered by the Bo Hai (Gulf of Chihli) to the west and the Korea Bay to the east.
Usage
The term "Liaodong Peninsula" is used as a specific geographical name to refer to this region. * The Liaodong Peninsula forms the southern part of Liaoning province. * Major ports, including Dalian, are located on the Liaodong Peninsula.
Advanced Usage
- Historical Context: The peninsula has been a strategically significant area throughout history, often referenced in geopolitical and military contexts.
- Control of the Liaodong Peninsula was a key objective in several historical conflicts.
Variants and Related Words
- Liaodong: Often used as a shorthand for the peninsula or to describe the surrounding region (e.g., Liaodong Bay, Liaodong region).
Synonyms
- South Liaoning Peninsula: A less common descriptive synonym referencing its location within Liaoning province.
Noun
- a peninsula in northeastern China that extends into the Yellow Sea, between Bo Hai and Korea Bay