Definition

Proper noun: A country located in southwestern Africa, with a coastline on the South Atlantic Ocean. It was formerly known as South West Africa and gained its independence from South Africa in 1990. Much of its territory consists of the high Namibian plateau.

Usage

The term "Republic of Namibia" is the official full name of the country, used in formal contexts such as legal documents, international diplomacy, and official publications. * The Republic of Namibia is a member of the United Nations and the African Union. * Windhoek is the capital city of the Republic of Namibia.

Advanced Usage

• In geopolitical and historical contexts: The name signifies the nation's sovereignty and its historical journey from being a German colony (German South West Africa) and later a South African-administered territory to an independent state.
  • The transition to majority rule and the establishment of the Republic of Namibia marked the end of colonial administration in Africa.

Variants and Related Words

• Namibia (Proper noun): The common, shortened name for the country, used in everyday language and most general contexts.
  • We are planning a trip to Namibia next year to see the Namib Desert.
• Namibian (Adjective): Relating to Namibia or its people.
  • Namibian culture is diverse and rich.
• Namibian (Noun): A person from Namibia.
  • She is a Namibian who works as a tour guide.

Synonyms

• Namibia: The direct and most frequent synonym.
• South West Africa: The historical name for the territory before independence.

Related Phrases

• Independence of Namibia: Refers to the event on March 21, 1990, when the country gained full sovereignty.
  • The independence of Namibia was a significant moment in African history.
• Government of the Republic of Namibia: The governing body of the country.
  • The Government of the Republic of Namibia issued a statement on the new policy.

Noun

1. a republic in southwestern Africa on the south Atlantic coast (formerly called South West Africa); achieved independence from South Africa in 1990; the greater part of Namibia forms part of the high Namibian plateau of South Africa