tasmania
Definition
- Proper noun:
- An island off the southeastern coast of Australia: A large island separated from mainland Australia by the Bass Strait.
- An Australian state on the island of Tasmania: One of the six states of the Commonwealth of Australia, comprising the main island of Tasmania and several smaller surrounding islands.
Usage Examples
Proper noun (Island):
- Tasmania is known for its unique wildlife, including the Tasmanian devil.
- The island of Tasmania has a cooler climate than much of mainland Australia.
Proper noun (State):
- Hobart is the capital city of Tasmania.
- Tasmania is a popular destination for hiking and ecotourism.
Advanced Usage
- "Tasmanian" (adjective): Of or relating to the island or state of Tasmania.
- The Tasmanian wilderness is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- "Tasmanian" (noun): A native or inhabitant of Tasmania.
- She is a proud Tasmanian.
Variants and Related Words
- Tasmanian devil (n): A carnivorous marsupial native to Tasmania.
- Tasmanian tiger (n): An extinct carnivorous marsupial, also known as the thylacine, once native to Tasmania and mainland Australia.
Synonyms
- Apple Isle (informal nickname for Tasmania).
- Tassie (informal abbreviation, used colloquially).
Related Phrases
- "South of the border": In Australian colloquial use, sometimes refers to being in or going to Tasmania from the mainland.
- They're heading south of the border for a holiday in Tasmania.
Noun
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an island off the southeastern coast of Australia
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an Australian state on the island of Tasmania
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