nouakchott
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Definition
Noun: 1. Capital city of Mauritania: Nouakchott is the primary city and administrative center of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania. It is located in the western part of the country, near the Atlantic coast.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Nouakchott is a major port city on the Atlantic Ocean.
- The government of Mauritania is based in Nouakchott.
- We flew into Nouakchott International Airport.
Advanced Usage
- As a geopolitical or cultural reference point: The city's name is often used to represent the government or central authority of Mauritania in news and diplomatic contexts.
- The agreement was signed in Nouakchott last Tuesday.
Variants and Related Words
- Nouakchottois (adj, demonym): Used to describe something or someone from Nouakchott.
- Nouakchottois cuisine reflects Saharan and coastal influences.
Synonyms
- Capital (in this specific context): As in, "the capital of Mauritania."
- Seat of government (for Mauritania).
Notes on Meaning
This is a proper noun referring specifically to one unique place. It does not have multiple general meanings. Its definition is inherently geographical and political.
Noun
- capital of Mauritania; located in western Mauritania near the Atlantic coast