Definition

Proper noun: * Republic of Ecuador: A country located in northwestern South America, officially known as the Republic of Ecuador. It gained independence from Spain in 1822. Its terrain is characterized by the Andes mountain range running through the center of the country.

Usage

• The term "Republic of Ecuador" is the official, formal name of the country. It is used in diplomatic, legal, and formal contexts.
• In everyday usage, the country is commonly referred to simply as "Ecuador."

Examples

Advanced Usage

• The term is often used to distinguish the sovereign state from the geographical concept of the equator, from which the country derives its name.
  • The Republic of Ecuador is named for the equator, which runs through the country.

Variants and Related Words

• Ecuador (Proper noun): The common, short form name for the Republic of Ecuador.
  • We are traveling to Ecuador next month.
• Ecuadorian (Adjective): Of or relating to the Republic of Ecuador.
  • She studies Ecuadorian history.
• Ecuadorian (Noun): A native or citizen of the Republic of Ecuador.
  • The Ecuadorians were very welcoming.

Synonyms

• Ecuador

Related Phrases

• The Andes: The major mountain system dominating the landscape of the Republic of Ecuador.
  • The Republic of Ecuador's geography is defined by the Andes.

Noun

1. a republic in northwestern South America; became independent from Spain in 1822; the landscape is dominated by the Andes