Definition

Proper noun: - The capital city of American Samoa: Pago Pago is the main port and administrative center of the United States territory of American Samoa, located on the island of Tutuila.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Our cruise ship docked in Pago Pago for two days.
  • The government offices are located in Pago Pago.

Advanced Usage

• "Pago Pago" as a metonym: The name is sometimes used to refer to the American Samoan government or its administrative actions.
  • The new policy was announced from Pago Pago.

Variants and Related Words

• Pago Pago Harbor: The deep-water harbor for which the settlement is known.
  • Pago Pago Harbor is one of the best natural harbors in the South Pacific.

Synonyms

• Capital of American Samoa: The primary administrative city.
• Port of American Samoa: The main harbor and port facility.

Noun

1. a port in American Samoa