Definition

Proper noun: A region of Antarctica between Enderby Land and the Weddell Sea; claimed by Norway. It is a sector of the continent characterized by ice-covered land and coastal areas.

Usage

This term is used as a specific geographical name for a territory in Antarctica. * Norway's research station, Troll, is located in Queen Maud Land. * The exploration of Queen Maud Land began in the early 20th century. * Several countries have scientific bases in Queen Maud Land.

Advanced Usage

• The term is often used in geopolitical, scientific, and historical contexts related to Antarctic territorial claims and research.
• It can be used attributively to describe features or activities related to the region (e.g., , ).

Variants and Related Words

• Dronning Maud Land: The Norwegian name for the same region.
• Norwegian Antarctic Territory: The administrative claim over this region.

Synonyms

• Dronning Maud Land (direct Norwegian equivalent).

Notes on Meaning

This is a proper noun referring to a specific place. Its meaning is fixed to this geographical and political entity. There are no idioms or phrasal verbs associated with this term.

Noun

1. a region of Antarctica between Enderby Land and the Weddell Sea; claimed by Norway